eqisode-7(Things done at the cremation)

As mentioned in the astrological text, one should trod the cremation spot,
and then place the Buddha Akshobya mandala (one can get it from Duthroe
Lam and chodpeon) with earthen pot filled with sesame oil on top. Stack the
fuel wood and place the corpse face down with head directing towards the
Lama. Light the pyre and if possible do not disturb pyre until it is completely
burnt. If possible one should let it burn naturally without extinguishing it.
In case if one needs to extinguish the fire, it should be extinguished with
clean water mixed with saffron and camphor, or by milk and then collect the
remains (which can be later thrown in the stream or river).
During the moment of throwing the remains in the river, the monks should
recite the monlam while lay people should avoid crying and recite Vajra guru
mantras and mani.
Lastly, as told by the astrologer one should seal the cremation spot. Moreover
one should pick some of the remains of the burnt bones, which are later
blessed by accomplished masters and make tsatsa out of it and place it in
river.
During the cremation, consumption of alcohol and meat