Alternatively educated

We always bury the dead. Or at least were supposed to, according to tradition. But if you’re one of the alternatively educated types, then why limit yourself. The only reason people demonise what we do is because they have no idea how to do it. They wish they could. That’s why they hate us so much. Envious and hateful at the same time. Imagine a world where nobody died. Where instead of eternal damnation, you were allowed to live on and continue your sworn duties in this world. Keep your promises.

For instance, I will always be here for you would take a literal meaning. If you’re a husband, or … or better yet a parent. You would never worry about leaving your children alone to fend off predators and murderers after an untimely death. The nobleness of submitting your body to a higher cause. Guiding and protecting those you love. Calling the reaper to come hither when he knocks, with the knowledge that dying means opening new doors. Renewed channels for expressing your love. That the weak and the innocent would never be left to fend for themselves ever again.