Cremation or Burial? A Jewish View [Paperback]

Cremation or Burial? A Jewish View
by Doron Kornbluth

Product Description
More and more Jews are choosing cremation rather that burial. Some of the reasons cited include environmentalism, discomfort with decomposition, and finances. Bestselling author, Doron Kornbluth spent over three years studying the subject, speaking with experts, consulting environmentalists, reading industry reports and academic studies, and examinig both the realities on the ground and the philosophies behind burial and cremation. Cremation or Burial? analyzes the reasons people choose cremation, pointing out many myths and misconceptions along the way, and explains why throughout history Judaism and Jews have insisted on burial. In this puick, easy-to-read, and informative book, readers will gain insight, knowledge, and understanding of this all-important issue.

ISBN: 9781937887018
Dimensions: 5.9" x 8.9"
Binding: Paperback / 192 pages
Published by: Mosaica Press