For as long as human beings have existed, traditions and rituals surrounding death have been commonplace. Throughout history, funeral customs from around the world have existed in order to show proper respect to the dead and allow those left behind to grieve i…
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Funerals are a ritual part of mourning. Although funeral services are often associated with religion, many people don’t have a religious background. According to Pew Research, about one-third of Americans consider themselves nonreligious. This can make t…
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The idea of burying a person in the ground after his or her death is quite common in many parts of the world. However, it is far from the only way cultures have gone about paying final respects to the departed. Though it is normal to put a person to rest in th…
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Cultures throughout history have had different unique ways of honoring the dead.
Loss is a natural part of life. Since the concept of death goes back as far as life itself, it makes sense that cultures throughout history have had different ways of honoring the dead…
Afterlife and death have always been a point of fear for the human race.
Life after death can be a difficult concept for many people to understand. Death is a part of life. It might be the last part, but it plays a very big role in the way human beings live. With t…
Last will and testament
Some of the most beloved celebrities have passed away this year: David Bowie, Alan Rickman, Garry Shandling, and Ken Howard. Most people were heartbroken to hear that former First Lady Nancy Reagan died. She had been such a prominent figure …
Cost of a Funeral
Death is not cheap. Rising costs have pushed many people to consider alternatives to the conventional funeral. It is absolutely possible to plan a lovely service for the deceased that provides closure for family and friends without breaking the ba…
Unusual Funerals
In the United States, the average funeral is relatively predictable. It typically involves wearing black, a coffin or cremated ashes, and some form of service where the deceased is eulogized. The coffin is buried in a cemetery, and ashes are often …