Hong Kong Central Library | Lecture on Perception of Death and Funeral Rites of Different Religions

Description

Religion often serves as a spiritual anchor for people amid life's turbulent waves. By exploring how different religions perceive death, this session examines the core meaning of funeral rites, approaches to a “good death” and ways to mourn for the departed. It also reflects on how modern society can uphold respect for life and offer comfort to the soul.

Speakers:

Mr. NG Sze Yuen

Rev. Francis Xavier WONG Kwan Yau

Imam Uthman YANG Xing Ben

Venerable Chuan Deng

Remarks:

Conducted in Cantonese. Free admission. First-come-first-served. Reservation for talk starts from 2026/8/24 (Monday) 10:00 a.m. and can be registered online via this website or by calling at 2921 0222.

Interested parties can watch the live broadcast via Hong Kong Public Libraries YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/user/hkplgovhkchannel)

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