HISTORY & RITUALS

HISTORY

For as long as documented history, human beings have celebrated the life of another human (and other animals) through ceremony. Historical monuments and documents have been found from all over the world, different places and different cultures. From the hanging coffins of China to the turning of the bones in Madagascar.

Modern Australia is a multicultural society so there are contributions from many different cultures and religions involved in today's farewells. It may be that the full traditions are not adopted but select rituals are. The importance lies within the reasons for certain rituals. We grieve whilst celebrating one's life, so whatever that looks like needs to be respected, as long as no laws are broken. Below are just a few rituals found from across the world that would be acceptable according to Australian law.

RITUALS & TRADITIONS

Jazz Funerals

New Orleans are well known for celebrating the way they know best, through jazz. Musicians take to the streets to play jazz for the funeral procession.

Burial Beads

South Korean burial beads are made by first cremating the deceased and then compressing the ashes to make beads to be displayed in an area of significance.

Smoking Ceremony

Aboriginal communities across the Australia have different rituals, however many involve a smoking ceremony. Some burn native plants and spread the smoke over the coffin to release the spirit. Another is to burn the belongings of the deceased to assist cleansing.

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