Introduction Most cultures have a tradition for the colour to wear at a funeral. Across the world, colours carry deep symbolic meanings, often woven into […]
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Funeral Rituals: Honouring the Departed In Different Ways
There are many funeral rituals which are deeply personal and very moving for the bereaved in remembering their departed loved one. Write on stones Wordways […]
The Healing Power of Funerals
Some people tell their families not to bother with having a funeral when they die, but most societies acknowledge the healing power of funerals. Even […]
Burial Options: 5 Ways To Lay Our Loved Ones To Rest
In order to say hamba kahle (go well) to a loved one, you might have to choose from the different burial options. When it comes […]
How To Comfort the Bereaved
Everybody has had to deal with people who have recently lost a loved one, but most of us are not sure of how to comfort […]
How To Plan Your Own Funeral Ceremony ~ Part One
You can plan your own funeral if you wish. This is the first of two articles which will give you points to consider in setting […]
Animals in Ceremonies
Some people want to include a pet or other animals in ceremonies. There is a saying in show business: never work with kids or animals, […]
Choosing Music For A Funeral
Music for a funeral can play a most important role in creating the right tone for the ceremony, so we should choose it with care. […]
What A Funeral Celebrant Does
People are not always aware of what a funeral celebrant does. What goes into creating and conducting a non-religious celebration of life ceremony? When somebody […]
Taking Children to a Funeral
People have strong feelings about taking children to a funeral. Some feel that it is important for the child’s grieving process to attend this ritual […]