Due to the short timescales within which many funerals are currently having to take place it may not be practical to have a Sehaj Paath. Under these exceptional circumstances and…
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Arrangements: Can we still have avsos (grief)?
In Punjabi culture it is common for family and friends to visit and express their grief. This should not happen in this current climate, and any expression of grief (avsos)…
View More Arrangements: Can we still have avsos (grief)?Sehaj Paath: Can we still arrange a Sehaj Paath?
It is the Maryada for a Sehaj Paath to be held. Under the current circumstances there may be practical and timing issues . It is best to speak to your…
View More Sehaj Paath: Can we still arrange a Sehaj Paath?Arrangements: Will the Gurdwara Granthi attend the funeral?
Under all normal circumstances a local Granthi would attend the funeral and conduct the follow up ceremony at the Gurdwara Sahib. In the extreme circumstances another local Sikh can do…
View More Arrangements: Will the Gurdwara Granthi attend the funeral?Attendance: If the funeral is after 14 days, can families in isolation attend?
After the 14 day isolation period those that who have fully recovered should be able to attend but care needs to be taken . It is recommended that medical advice…
View More Attendance: If the funeral is after 14 days, can families in isolation attend?Arrangements: Can a funeral be delayed to allow a family member to attend?
Funerals can be delayed in Liaison with the Funeral Directors. However there may be practical problem with storage of the bodies especially if the death rates in the locality are…
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