The funeral type differs because of the varied races, religions, and beliefs of the different communities in Malaysia. Being a multi-racial and multi-faith community, funeral rites and rituals can differ very much from one to another.
Here you will find the below different funeral types by religion and faith:
Non-religious Funeral
About Non-religious Funeral Non-religious funeral, similar to Atheist funeral, is for those who lived their lives without religious affiliation and reject the typically religious views…
Sikh Funeral
About a Sikh Funeral Sikh funeral, commonly referred to as Antim Sanskaar, or funeral service of a departed Sikh. The Sikhs believe in the cycle…
Atheist Funeral
About Atheist Funeral Atheist funerals are for those who lived their lives without religious affiliation and reject the typically religious views associated with life and…
Chinese Funeral
Chinese funeral is an important part of Chinese social life. The importance of funeral rituals observed during the funeral service rest on the basic belief…
Taoist Funeral
Understanding Taoist Funeral Taoist funeral represents an amalgamation of various sources and varies according to region, sect, and traditional beliefs – usually lasting between two…
Buddhist Funeral
Understanding Buddhist Funeral Buddhist funerals are meant to be a simple, dignified, and solemn expression of bereavement. In Buddhist belief, the funeral service must be…
Hindu Funeral
About Hindu Funerals Hindu Funeral is based on Hinduism belief that life and death are part of the concept of Samsara (or rebirth). Hindu funeral…
Christian Funeral
Christian funeral has a strong belief in the afterlife and much of their lives are directed at achieving eternal peace in Heaven. When a Christian…
Catholic Funeral
About a Catholic Funeral A Catholic funeral is hinged on the belief that death is the passing from the physical world to the afterlife, where…
Jewish Funeral
About the Jewish Funeral A Jewish funeral is usually conducted by Chevra Kadisha (holy society) or Jewish burial society consisting of volunteers to prepare the…
The above links you to the specific pages of funeral types where more information on each is available for your perusal.
