Buddhist Funerals: Honouring the Cycle of Life (with Funeral Filming)

At Funeral Filming, we understand that a Buddhist funeral is not simply a farewell—it is a deeply sacred transition, a ceremony steeped in compassion, ritual, and belief in rebirth. We are here to support you by capturing or streaming every meaningful moment, so that loved ones—near or far—can share in the ceremony with dignity, respect, and presence.

Buddhist Funerals

Why Buddhist Funerals Are Special

Buddhist funeral rituals reflect a timeless tradition of honoring the teachings of the Buddha: the acceptance of impermanence, respect for life, and the aspiration for peace and enlightenment beyond this world. A ceremony often involves:

  • Chanting of sutras by monks or lay practitioners, guiding the deceased on their journey

  • Offerings—incense, flowers, food—to both the Buddha and in memory of the individual

  • Eulogies and remembrances, where family and friends express gratitude, share memories, and reflect on the life lived

  • Cremation or burial, followed by merit-making rituals and post-funeral services on specific days thereafter (e.g. 3rd, 7th, 49th) to aid the deceased’s peaceful transition

How Funeral Filming Enhances the Ceremony

We believe that spiritual presence should transcend physical boundaries. That’s why our service is built around ensuring the sacredness of the Buddhist funeral is preserved, while making it accessible to those who can’t attend in person.

  • Professional Videography & Live Streaming
    We provide unobtrusive, high-quality filming throughout the ceremony—from wake or vigil, through chanting and offerings, to cremation or burial. Our live streaming service ensures remote family members and friends can participate in real time, wherever they are.

  • Respectful Equipment & Setup
    Our setup honours the sanctity of the ceremony: discreet cameras, minimal disruption, careful sound capture of chanting and prayers, and lighting that respects the temple environment.

  • Clear, Secure Access
    For those tuning in remotely, we offer a private, secure streaming link so that online viewers can join with reverence. The link is easy to access and we assist with any technical questions beforehand.

  • Capturing Memories for the Future
    In addition to live streaming, we can record the full service, edit highlights (lectures, chants, eulogies), and provide a keepsake video—something the family can revisit, share, or pass on.

What to Expect When You Choose Us

When you work with Funeral Filming for a Buddhist funeral, here is how we support you:

  1. Initial consultation – We speak with you (and, if applicable, temple representatives) to understand the traditions and rituals to be observed, the schedule, and special wishes.

  2. Planning – We discuss where cameras will be positioned, what parts of the service you want filmed/streamed, how to capture sound clearly, and what kind of video output you prefer.

  3. Setup – On the day: discreet equipment setup, testing of audio/video, ensuring everything is in place before the gathering begins.

  4. Delivery – After the ceremony, we provide you with recorded video(s), edited highlights if desired, and continued support for sharing or preserving the recording.

Supporting the Community & Spiritual Intent

We believe that filming and streaming should enhance—not overshadow—the spiritual purpose of a funeral. Our aim is always to:

  • Maintain privacy and dignity, honouring Buddhist values

  • Allow community and kin across distances to share in mourning and merit-making

  • Provide technical service that fades into the background, letting ritual, remembrance, and peace take centre stage

If you’d like to speak in more detail about how we can film or stream a Buddhist funeral for you and your family—tailored to your traditions and wishes—please get in touch. We are here to help.

Contact Us

Email: email@livefilming.co.uk
Phone: 07512 137261