How Different Religions View the End of Life
Religion is defined as a group of beliefs related to the cause,
nature, and purpose of the universe. A person's beliefs may influence how he
views death, the process of death, and the afterlife.
Basic knowledge of how different religions view death can help
physicians better understand and respect patient behavior, care policies, and
treatment decisions toward the end of life.
Christianity
Death is considered to be the separation of the eternal soul
from the physical body. Comfort and death are sought after; but belief in
miracles and the sanctity of life may increase one's desire for cruelty.
The practice of the afterlife may differ from one religion to
another. Therefore, when a patient is nearing death, the pastor / priest should
be informed so that appropriate rituals and sacraments are performed and
funeral arrangements are made. Christians use both cremation and burial.
Judaism
The Jews believe that death is a natural process that must be
allowed to occur. Orthodox and other rabbis who follow certain rules may view
nutrition and hydration as a necessary precaution, but many Jews feel that such
measures are unnecessary when death is imminent. Accordingly, non-renewal and
exclusion orders are allowed if recovery does not occur.
After death, the rabbi or funeral should be contacted as soon as
possible, as it is necessary to perform a ritual bathing and burial
immediately. Vigilant Jews generally believe in the afterlife. The Jews also
believed in the sanctity of the body. Therefore, invasive physical
interventions, including autopsy, are generally not recommended unless there is
a compelling reason. Cremation is generally unacceptable.
Islam
Death is accepted as part of the complete divine plan, which
marks the transition from one state to another. During the process of death,
treatment should be sought and suffering should be relieved if possible. Belief
in the sanctity of health may extend to more aggressive care, but withholding /
withdrawing life-supporting treatment is permitted if doctors decide that brain
death has occurred. DNR / DNI is enabled if renewal attempts are unsuccessful.
As death approaches, it is common for the immediate family to
sit next to the patient's bed and recite the Qur'an. Muslims pray toward Mecca,
in the northeast. Stop the patient near Mecca if possible.
Bathing, immersion, and burial are required after death. Prompt
completion of death certificates can prevent family stress. Cremation is not
permitted.
Buddhism
Buddhists believe in reincarnation and that the past acts
(karma) influence future suffering through the cycle of rebirths in order to
complete the cycle and attain nirvana. Buddhists prefer to study reliable and
complete information about the coming death to allow for this. Extending life
and regeneration near death is often unpopular.
A pure mind at death is essential as a person's mental state
determines the type of rebirth he will face. They may therefore wish to avoid
opioids and benzodiazepines.
The body should not be disturbed or touched for 3-8 hours after
stopping breathing, as Buddhists believe that the soul does not leave the body
immediately and may be affected by what is happening to the body. Cremation is
preferred.
Hinduism
Hindus believe in reincarnation and that the soul goes through a
cycle of subsequent life (samsara), until rebirth, pain, and suffering are
liberated and attained enlightenment (moksha).
Hindus also believe that karma affects the way a person is
reborn. They also believe that suffering is an important part of life and is
the result of past actions and attitudes. By enduring suffering, a Hindu may be
able to pay off his debts because of past immorality.
Family support is important when you die. A person who gives
himself peacefully and willingly may be considered a “good-for-nothing man,”
which may also be encouraged by a Brahmin priest. Hindus prefer to die at home
if possible. Cremation is preferred.
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