Best Sympathy Arrangements by Religion


There are many religions in the World and we cannot possibly name them all, but here is a short list that we hope you find useful.

Protestants, Roman Catholics and other Christian faiths
accept all forms of funeral plants and flowers. Traditionally, members of the immediate family will order the casket spray. Other family members order more traditional larger pieces such as large plants, wreaths, or fireside baskets Grandchildren may combine on one large plant or select something for the interior of the casket.

Buddhist
Sending plants and flowers is considered appropriate for a Buddhist funeral.

Eastern Orthodox
practitioners are strict about three days between death and burial. During this time, flowers and plants may be sent to the funeral home. White funeral flowers and plants with white flowers are seen as especially meaningful.

Hindus
hold a funeral service on the day of death, before the sun goes down if possible. Sending plants isn’t part of the Hindu tradition, but it may still be seen as a thoughtful gesture.

Jewish
tradition doesn’t include the sending of flowers or plants to the funeral home. It’s more appropriate to send a gift basket to the shiva house during the period of mourning. However, Reformed Jews are open to receiving flowers and plants at the funeral home. The family of many Reformed Jews even order casket sprays for the deceased.

Mormons (or Church Of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints)
are held in the temple. Whereas flowers and plants are appreciated at the funeral, do not send any arrangements in the shape of a cross, as this may offend.

Muslim or Islamic
cultures may have differing opinions concerning funeral flowers and plants, depending on their ethnic origin and perhaps even on what particular branch of Islam they are from. Ask the opinion of someone close to the family, if you can.

In general, sending plants or flowers is always a nice gestures. It is good however to know what to send to avoid offending anyone at this time as it certainly is not your intention.