Can people who are not Hindu attend a Hindu funeral?
My neighbors are Indian and recently the father of the family died. I know their religion is Hinduism - not sure if they're having a traditional Hindu funeral or not (they dressed normal, in black and white attire so I'm guessing its not traditional?) but I was just wondering would it be okay to go to the funeral just to pay my respects? Or do they not allow outsiders to the funeral? All I want is to pay my respects to the father and the rest of the family since we're good friends with them.
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June 24th, 2010 at 11:50 pm
I attended one. My co-worker and friend, went through the death of her mother. I attended the funeral. It is an experience I will never forget. I wore, as is tradition, basically black. I don’t really remember what the family wore….I was caught up in the honest pain expressed during the event.
If you choose to go….you won’t regret it.
June 24th, 2010 at 11:50 pm
I’m Indian but not Hindu, but I think you can, because when my parents go to a function, they where indian clothing whereas everyone else wears black & whites. Of course you can go.
June 24th, 2010 at 11:50 pm
Of course you can go…..
Hinduism is liberal in these matters.
Best to wear white clothes…….
June 24th, 2010 at 11:50 pm
you can go with out doubt,only important is how was your relation with your neighbor..!