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  1. Indian rituals after death - Wikipedia

    Hindu rituals after death, including Vedic rituals after death, are ceremonial rituals in Hinduism, one of the samskaras (rite of passage) based on Vedas and other Hindu texts, performed after the death of …

  2. Understanding Hindu Death Rituals and Customs

    Since there are many branches of religion and cultural traditions, death rituals and traditions vary. Here is an overview of some of the standard practices you might see in Hindu and Indian cultural funeral …

  3. Hindu funeral & death rituals: A complete guide - Memorial Planning

    Hindu funeral rituals take the form of chants, or mantras, which are specially written to be chanted at funerals. The officiant is a Hindu priest, who also presides over all the Hindu funeral rites, leading the …

  4. A Guide to the 13-Day Hindu Death Rituals for Families

    Apr 11, 2025 · Learn about the 13-day Hindu death rituals in this guide for families, explaining each step with cultural significance, tradition, and spiritual meaning.

  5. Hindu Funeral Rituals Guide: Antyesti Customs in the U.S.

    Sep 18, 2025 · Hindu families want clear steps and respectful guidance when planning a funeral. This guide explains Antyesti, the order of ceremonies, and the mourning period.

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    • Honoring the Departed: An Overview of Hindu Death Rituals

      Explore Hindu death rituals: a profound look at beliefs, customs, and the journey of the departed soul.

    • A Guide to Hindu Death Rituals & Cremation - Funeral Guide

      Jun 17, 2025 · A guide to Hindu funerals, Hindu death rites, cremation rituals and what to wear to a Hindu funeral.

    • Hindu Death Rituals and Traditions: Etiquette, Attire, Gifts

      Aug 7, 2023 · Hindu death rituals honor the departed, guide the soul to its next stage, and strengthen community bonds, while emphasizing reincarnation and spiritual release. Why do Hindus cremate …

    • Hindu Funeral Rites: Cremation, Mourning Rituals, and Traditions

      Guide to Hindu funeral rites, including cremation practices, mourning rituals, and post-funeral ceremonies.

    • Hindu Rituals After Death - All 13 Days A Complete Guide

      Mar 28, 2023 · The demise of a beloved one aches a lifetime but the initial thirteen days help us to accept the loss and process the unbearable grief through the last rituals.