There was a time, not that long ago, when cremation was not an option for Catholics. At some point, the church changed its mind. Maybe in the seventies or eighties?
There was a time, not that long ago, when cremation was not an option for Catholics. At some point, the church changed its mind. Maybe in the seventies or eighties?
jerkface@lemmy.ca 1 day ago
That’s very interesting. I’ve never heard about that. I’ll take a dig sometime soon. An example of dogma changing to suit practical needs. Would be good to know the conditions that are necessary for that to happen.
yannic@lemmy.ca 8 hours ago
Dogma blooms like a flower, but discipline can change as the need arises. Cremation was avoided originally because it was associated with disbelief in the resurrection.