funeral rites
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She recalls caring for a friend's bedridden mother, only to be barred from the funeral rites after her death.
From Barron's • May 3, 2026
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
"In India, only a son can perform funeral rites for his father."
From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins
