Asked by Gabriel Del Moral on May 19, 2024

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Cremation,the practice of burning the bodies of the dead,

A) was performed in ancient Greece and was seen as a sign of honor.
B) was once public in India but is now legally prohibited.
C) is allowed by Orthodox Jewish law only if there is a belief that the particular person will not rise again in the Last Judgment.
D) is against the law in most countries because of environmental laws.

Orthodox Jewish Law

A body of religious commandments, traditions, and interpretations prescribed in the Torah and Talmud, guiding the life and practices of Orthodox Jews.

Cremation

The process of burning a deceased body, reducing it to ashes, as an alternative to burial in some cultures and religions.

  • Discuss the historical and modern perspectives on practices such as cremation and embalming.
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Maria CooperMay 22, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Cremation was seen as a sign of honor in ancient Greece.

Answer: B
Cremation was once public in India but is now legally prohibited.

Answer: C
Orthodox Jewish law allows cremation only if there is a belief that the particular person will not rise again in the Last Judgment.

Answer: None
Option D is incorrect as cremation is not against the law in most countries because of environmental laws. In fact, cremation is becoming more popular as a way of disposing of the dead, as it is perceived to be more environmentally friendly than traditional burial.