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Category Archives: Cultural Perspectives
The Spiritual Symbolism of Cardinals
Many believe that the bright red birds indicate the death of a loved one
Has a crested red bird recently crossed your path? If so, it may be a message from heaven, or an indication that a loved one has died, according to the longstanding cross-cultural symbolism of cardinals.
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Makaria: A Greek Orthodox Tradition with Ancient Roots
Explore the history and evolution of this unique repast tradition.
Within the strict formalities of a typical Greek Orthodox funeral, a tradition provides families with the opportunity to unwind. Makaria, an enduring Greek Orthodox funeral tradition, brings families and friends together to celebrate, share stories, and mourn their loved one … Continue reading
Lone Fir Cemetery in Portland, Oregon is an Urban Oasis
The historic greenspace is the second largest arboretum in the state
Nestled within the confines of densely populated residential streets in downtown Portland, Oregon, Lone Fir Cemetery invites the public to explore its wide array of history, trees, and wildlife. This picturesque landscape doubles as the oldest existing cemetery in the … Continue reading
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The Giant Kites of Guatemala Celebrate Day of the Dead
A unique Day of the Dead celebration exists in two Guatemalan towns
Mexican celebrations around the Day of the Dead have become well-known throughout the world. Typically celebrated on November 1st and 2nd, the Day of the Dead, or Día de Muertos, is a time of celebrating life and death, remembering loved … Continue reading
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Oakwood Cemetery in Troy, NY is an Architectural Pioneer
A picturesque landscape that serves as both graveyard and garden
Before municipal parks dotted the Hudson Valley, Oakwood Cemetery in Troy, New York, was designed to serve as both a place of solitude for the dead and serenity for the living. This National Historic Landmark was built in 1848 as … Continue reading
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A Barbie Girl in a Deathless World Meets the Patriarchy
Greta Gerwig's feminist film highlights the fallout of a cultural avoidance of death
Even if people haven’t yet seen “Barbie” — Director Greta Gerwig’s fuchsia-colored smash summer hit – they’re likely to have watched the trailer, in which Barbie, played by Margot Robbie, brings her house party to a record-scratching halt with the … Continue reading
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