Is the practice of cremation wrong? No: 962 - Worldwide Church of God - 1961

Worldwide Church of God

Is the practice of cremation wrong? Does it prevent a person being resurrected? The practice of cremation is of ancient origin. It was used in the idolatrous fire worship of paganism. Notice what the Encyclopedia Americana says: "In primitive cultures which have survived into modern times cremation is widely practiced. Burning is not only supposed to destroy the dead body most effectively and thus to prevent the possible return of the ghost, but since fire serves also as a purifying agency, it is often considered a good means of warding off evil spirits.... - Information Supplied By: Herbert W Armstrong Library