Islam
In Islam, there is a well-established code of ethics that the prophet of Islam preached and practiced throughout his life.
The Prophet prohibits attacks on a wounded person, ensures the safety of prisoner of war and gives unequivocal instruction about not killing captives.
Islam categorically prohibits its followers from disgracing or mutilating the corpses of their enemies.
The respectful treatment of a dead body is a universally recognized principle, even if the dead person is a tyrant.
The spectacle of people walking past and taking pictures of the putrefying bodies of Gaddafi and his son degrades not the dead but those who allow such an abhorrent act. Daily Mail
Article Source: The Guardian
Judism
It has been said that one can be measure by how civilized a culture is by the way it treated the dead.
It is explained how, according to Jewish law, the body is gently cleansed as a preparation for burial.
Prayers are recited, and a "shomer" (guardian) stays with the deceased throughout the process.
Jewish tradition places great importance on the "Levaya," the act of accompanying the dead body to the grave.
The rationale for this practices it beyond simply showing respect to the deceased.
It is when you is kind to the poor is looked upon as being a partner with the Almighty, it follows that someone who shows kindness to the dead (who are "poorer" than any living person), will certainly have gained this relationship with God.
Article Source: Vayechi (Genesis 47:28-50:26) Respect For The Dead
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