Discuss different beliefs around death.

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Death

I have always been slightly afraid of death, how I would cope if someone close to me died, or what happens to me when I die. I have been brought up as Church of England, and so, therefore I believe that when we die, our souls go to heaven.

However, I also have had a non-religious input, as well. It is for this reason, that I am not entirely convinced that there is a God, and so, I am don't think that I am completely 'entitled' to believe that I will go to heaven when I die ~ (ridiculous, I know!)

I believe however, that regardless of how amazing and peaceful heaven is, death (ie the gateway to heaven) is not something to look forward to. I am of the view that life is sacred, and that, I am certain about.

I do not believe that we are reincarnated, because I have had more Christian impetus, and so I believe that after death, the soul's life on earth stops, and stays in heaven for eternity.

As a result of this project, I have become much more aware of the beliefs of other religions,