Symbols and Symbolism in the Funeral Today: What Do They Tell Us about Contemporary Spirituality?
Funerals today are noted for their emphasis on the celebration of the life of the deceased and for personalizing touches reflecting the wishes and choices of the family. These elements typically evoke memories of the deceased person or represent aspects of their life and personality. Celebrants also...
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Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group
2013
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Journal for the Study of Spirituality
Year: 2013, Volume: 3, Issue: 2, Pages: 140-155 |
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