What are some Indian stories about life after death?

In Indian stories, there are tales of Yama, the god of death. It is said that when a person dies, their soul is escorted by Yama's messengers to the afterlife realm. Some stories depict that if a person has unresolved desires or strong emotions at the time of death, they may remain in a sort of limbo or be reborn quickly to fulfill those. There are also accounts where saints and sages are believed to have knowledge of the afterlife. They can guide people on how to lead a good life so that their afterlife is more pleasant, often involving spiritual practices and self - purification.

One such story is about a man in a small Indian village. After his death, his family members claimed to see his apparition around the house. They said he was seen sitting in his favorite chair as if still part of the family. It was as if he was lingering to watch over them.

Indian stories often portray life after death through the lens of karma. Good deeds lead to a better afterlife, like being reborn into a prosperous family or a higher spiritual plane. Bad deeds result in a less favorable after. For instance, in Jainism, harming any living being is considered a bad karma that can have consequences in the afterlife.

The story of Nachiketa is quite well - known. In Hindu mythology, Nachiketa goes to the land of the dead and has a conversation with Yama, the god of death. His journey and return suggest that there is a form of existence after death.

Some after - death life stories involve mediums. These are people who claim to be able to communicate with the dead. They might tell stories of how a deceased person passed on a message to their family. For instance, a medium could say that a dead mother told her to tell her children that she loves them and is always watching over them. However, the authenticity of such stories is often debated. But still, these are part of the broad range of after - death life stories.

Another story involves the concept of the grave. It is said that after burial, two angels, Munkar and Nakir, will come to question the deceased in the grave. If the person was a believer and had good deeds, they will answer the questions correctly and experience a peaceful time in the grave. However, if not, they will face difficulties. These stories serve as reminders for Muslims to live a pious life and be prepared for what comes after death.

One common story in LDS beliefs about life after death is the idea of the spirit world. It is believed that after death, the spirit goes to a place where there are two parts: paradise and spirit prison. In paradise, those who were faithful in life await the resurrection. For example, many LDS members share stories of deceased loved ones who they believe are in this state of waiting, and they feel a sense of peace knowing their loved ones are in a good place.

One common story is about a devout Christian who was on their deathbed. They seemed to have a vision of a bright light and angels, and then passed away peacefully. It was believed that they entered into the presence of God. Another story tells of a Christian who died in an accident but had previously told friends that they were not afraid of death because they knew they would be with Jesus. Their friends took comfort in this belief after their passing.

One common story is about reincarnation. Hindus believe that after death, the soul is reborn into a new body. For example, if a person has lived a good life filled with positive deeds, they may be reborn into a higher caste or a more favorable situation in the next life. This cycle of birth, death, and rebirth is called samsara.

One interesting 'life after death' story is about a man who had a near - death experience. He said he saw a bright light and felt a sense of peace. He also claimed to have seen his deceased relatives waiting for him. Another story involves a woman who, after being clinically dead for a short time, said she floated above her body and could see the doctors trying to revive her. There are also stories of people who come back with newfound spiritual beliefs, believing that there is indeed something beyond death.