Buddhist Funeral Services Singapore | Compassionate & Traditional Send-Offs

Complete Buddhist funeral packages with professional chanting services, quality caskets, and dignified hearse transfers - guiding families through meaningful 3-7 day ceremonies

Buddhist Funeral Traditions in Singapore

When a loved one passes, Buddhist families in Singapore seek funeral services that honor sacred traditions while providing practical support. Our Buddhist funeral packages combine ritual precision with compassionate care, covering everything from Buddhist casket selection to monk chanting sessions and ceremonial Buddhist hearse transfers. Whether you require a 3-day basic ceremony or extended 7-day rites, we ensure every sutra chant, food offering, and funeral procession aligns with Mahayana or Theravada traditions.

Complete Buddhist Funeral Packages (2025 Rates)

What’s Included in Our Basic Buddhist Funeral Package

1. Deceased Preparation & Casket

  • Professional embalming & makeup services

  • 4-sided half-glass cremation casket

  • Collection from hospital/home & Mandai cremation coordination

2. Wake Venue Setup

  • Air-conditioned tentage with carpets (HDB void deck or funeral parlour)

  • 100 chairs + 25 tables + cooling equipment

  • Buddhist altar with fresh floral arrangements & 10R portrait display

3. Essential Prayer Services

  • Day 1: Encoffin chanting ceremony

  • Final Evening: 3 dedicated chanting sessions

  • Funeral Day: Crematorium prayers by ordained monks

  • 3 sets of ritual food offerings + Buddha tribute items

4. Funeral Day Logistics

  • Professional hearse transfer with ceremonial protocols

  • 45-seater transport bus for family/guests

  • Mourning badges, joss materials, and memorial gift bags

5. Aftercare Support

  • Ash collection materials + post-funeral guidance

  • Floral water purification station at wake venue

Package Rates:

  • 3-Day Buddhist Funeral: $6,088

  • 5-Day Buddhist Funeral: $6,688

  • Additional wake days: $300/day

Note: Excludes buffet catering, paper offerings (houses/cars), and niche arrangements.

Why Families Trust Our Buddhist Funeral Services

  • Our monks and funeral directors ensure proper execution of:

    • 49-day soul journey guidance

    • Merit-transferring chants (Pali/Sanskrit)

    • Karma-conscious offerings and prayers

  • No hidden costs for core services like:

    • Buddhist casket (basic to premium options)

    • Funeral hearse with ceremonial decorations

    • Chanting sessions (extendable upon request)

  • 24/7 support for:

    • Death certificate paperwork

    • Cremation/burial permits

    • Obituary notices in Lianhe Zaobao

Buddhist Funeral Customs Explained

1. Wake Period (3-7 Days)

The extended wake allows:

  • Time for distant relatives to pay respects

  • Multiple chanting sessions to purify karma

  • Community support through shared prayers

2. Key Rituals

  • Encoffining: Sanctified placement in the Buddhist casket

  • Daily Offerings: Incense, fruits, and vegetarian meals

  • Final Send-Off: Family bows as the Buddhist hearse departs

3. Post-Funeral Practices

  • 49-day mourning period with periodic prayers

  • Avoidance of celebratory events

  • Ash placement in columbarium or charity sea scattering

FAQs About Buddhist Funerals in Singapore

  • A: Basic packages start at $6,088 (3 days). Costs rise with extended wakes, premium caskets, or additional chanting.

  • A: Yes. Wear white/black attire, observe silence during chants, and follow the family’s lead when offering incense.

  • A: Longer wakes allow more prayer merit accumulation, especially beneficial if the deceased had sudden/unpeaceful passing.

  • A: Ceremonial vehicle with flower wreaths, ancestral tablet placement, and route planning for auspicious timing.

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