Funeral rites Flashcards
1
Q
Why are candles lit during a funeral
A
Candles are lit as a reminder that christians are saved because jesus was the ‘light of the world’
2
Q
Why at a funeral is black worn?
A
To represent mourning
3
Q
Why are churches decorated with white flowers during a funeral?
A
To represent the persons new life with god
4
Q
During a funeral what does candle smoke represent?
A
The soul and prayers going up to hevan
5
Q
How is a sick person anointed?
A
By the oil of unction
6
Q
After the funeral, what happens to the soul in the eyes of a chrisain?
A
travels to hevan or hell
7
Q
Who believes in purgotory?
A
Roman catholics
