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funeral rites



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Some families of victims returned to Wang Fuk Court on Monday to begin traditional funeral rites, which are expected to continue.

From Barron's Dec. 2, 2025

It's also really important to remember that mourning and funeral rites are clearly not just about celebrating the lives of those that have died.

From BBC May 26, 2024

A musalla is an open prayer area for Muslims, usually used for funeral rites.

From Seattle Times Feb. 1, 2024

The pontiff said he also has worked with the papal master of ceremonies to revise the funeral rites: “We simplified them a lot,” he said.

From Washington Times Dec. 14, 2023

Two priests on bicycles also arrived to bless the mortal remains of Pedro Garcia and oversee the funeral rites.

From "The House of the Spirits: A Novel" by Isabel Allende




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