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Hindu Burial at Sea Offerings

Hindu burial at sea ash scattering Prasāda offerings to the water during a burial at sea ceremony are often symbolic and hold cultural significance.  Connecting families to their rich traditions. Offering practices vary across Hindu communities, with families choosing offerings based on cultural traditions and personal beliefs.

Common Hindu burial at sea ash scattering Prasāda (Offerings)

Flowers

Flowers are a traditional and symbolic offering. They represent beauty, transience, and the cycle of life. The act of scattering flowers into the water is a way of honoring the departed soul. They are most commonly brought in garlands as well as individual buds to place in the water. 

Tulsi Leaves

Tulsi, or holy basil, is considered sacred in Hinduism. Offering Tulsi leaves signifies purity and devotion. It is a gesture of seeking blessings and invoking divine energy.

Rice

Rice is a symbol of sustenance and fertility. It may be offered as a way of wishing the departed a peaceful journey into the afterlife. Families commonly bring rice balls on a Hindu burial at sea ash scattering.

Coconut

The coconut holds significance in Hindu rituals. It is often broken during ceremonies to symbolize the breaking of the ego and the release of the soul from worldly attachments.

Honey 

In some Hindu traditions, offering honey to the deceased is symbolic of the sweetness of life, purity, and the cyclical nature of existence. It may also signify a desire for the soul’s purification, healing, and nourishment during its journey beyond the physical realm.

Camphor

Camphor is used in Hindu rituals for its purifying properties. Burning camphor and placing it in the water can symbolize the purification of the soul.

Sandalwood Paste

Sandalwood is considered auspicious in Hinduism. Applying sandalwood paste and placing it in the water can symbolize purity and spiritual cleansing.

Sesame Seeds

Sesame seeds are associated with auspiciousness in Hindu traditions. Offering sesame seeds can symbolize spiritual growth and prosperity for the departed soul.

Ghee or Clarified Butter

Ghee is a symbol of purity and is used in various Hindu rituals. Offering a small amount of ghee into the water can be a gesture of purity and light.

Milk

Milk is considered a nourishing and purifying substance. Pouring a small amount of milk into the water can symbolize the nourishment of the soul in its journey.

Yogurt

In Hindu philosophy, the physical body is considered temporary, and the soul is eternal.Yogurt, born out of the fermentation of milk, serves as a symbolic representation of transformation and change, mirroring the soul’s transition from one state to another. Additionally, it is considered a gesture to invoke positive energy and blessings for the soul’s journey beyond, offering a soothing and cooling effect to the departed soul.

It’s important to note that whatever Prasāda (offerings) are made, they should be environmentally friendly and 100% biodegradable to minimize any impact on the ocean ecosystem. 

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Los Angeles Yacht Charter was very helpful and patient in helping schedule a service fit my mom. The flower petals provided allow you to watch the ash spreading location as the boat circles and then departs. They really take care not to make a hard day even harder. We will be booking again to visit her ashes in the future as the coordinates are recorded for you to keep
I booked Los Angeles Yacht Charter for a burial at sea for my mom. In the beginning, the communication was poor and I thought this was not a reputable company. To my surprise, Los Angeles Yacht Charter exceeded my expectations. My host, Carlos, the captain and crew were amazing. The day was beautiful and I’m sure my mom would be so proud of her final send off. I would definitely book with this company again. Thank you for a wonderful day.
Truly appreciate the eases in booking and the correspondences. We did the 50ft for my Mom and had Captain Mike and Crew Dan and they were both professional and comforting. Dan prepared the ashes in the basket with rose petals and coached me through when and how to tip by pulling the cord while Captain Mike stood on the second level and took a beautiful video of the ashes as they floated away and began the journey to travel the world. Thank you so much for making everything so seamless and beautiful. I would HIGHLY recommend booking here!-Tal
LA Yacht Charter helped us with a ceremony to bury our mom's ashes in the ocean near Santa Monica. The crew and captain were helpful and we opted for the doves release and the harp which were both excellent.
I am so glad I found this small family business to perform my future mother in law’s burial at sea service. From day one, their communication was wonderful! They responded to all questions and inquiries within 24 hours (usually within an hour or so really)!Once we were ready to book, the process was extremely smooth and straightforward and information found on the website was accurate.Customer service was great including being understanding when my family and I were running a few minutes behind due to there being an accident on the fwy. I texted to let them know of our arrival and they said they would inform the captain (which they did).The service and day was beautiful and peaceful. Everyone really loved the send off.Thank you to this family for doing such a great job. I definitely would recommend to anyone wanting a burial at sea for a loved one! It was a fantastic choice.
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