The word "columbarium" comes from "columba," a Latin word meaning
"dovecote," a shelter for pigeons that has separate compartments. The
modern use of the word columbarium refers to a place for housing the
ashes of the deceased. Each urn is placed in its own separate niche.
In recent years, there has been a widespread return to the historic
practice of cremation. Cremation is dignified, theologically and
ecologically sound, and makes sense economically. Cremation has become
increasingly appropriate as land available for cemeteries has become
scarce and more expensive. Last year 20% of those who died in the United
States were cremated. Interestingly, since the early part of the 1800s,
all burials in Westminster Abbey have been cremated remains.
The Columbarium is a practical and appropriate place for the interment
of ashes and is a thoughtful, gracious answer to where to place cremated
remains.
To see the beautiful columbaria owned and managed by Malkoff
Commemorative Services, please enter our site. |
