Death And Tradition

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Different cultures and religions have an abundance of traditions and customs related to death and dying. A few of my personal traditions and customs include; burying my passed loves one with personal items and memorabilia, burying passed family members in community plots close together, purchasing flowers for the casket or family, holding candle light services with prayer, passing down the passed family members sentimental possessions, and a family meal after the funeral.
Several of my traditions and customs are connected with my religion, tradition, geography, and family/kinship. Burying my passed loved ones falls into the category of religion because our savior Jesus Crist was buried. Holding a candle light service with prayer also falls

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