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Scenario

When religious doctrine conflicts with love for someone who died by suicide

My brother killed himself two years ago and according to my family's religion he can't go to heaven, but I can't accept that the kindest person I knew is condemned forever.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Doctrinal teachings about suicide are creating an unbearable tension between religious loyalty and love for the deceased.

Your guide for this
Mira
Mira works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Grief and faith — when loss challenges belief?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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