Do any religions believe that cremated remains bring negative energy?

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I have heard that some people don't believe in cremation because it can cause paranormal activity. Do any major religions believe this?

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Tuesday, June 14, 2022

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There are no major religions that prohibit cremation for this reason. The reason they do not allow cremation is because these religions believe cremation is a violation of the dignity of the human body, or cremation is seen as a violent treatment of the body after death. 

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