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Personal and religious items
- The person may have a copy of the Christian Bible or may request one. Some may wear a plain cross, a common symbol in Christianity.
- Any other items are likely to be specific to the individual and the family rather than have religious significance.
Use of religious symbols
- A plain cross is appropriate in the mortuary area.
- It is not appropriate to display a crucifix, images of Mary (the Mother of Jesus), saints or icons from other traditions in a mortuary area where a deceased Baptist is laid out.
- Candles are not necessary.
