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
King Tuheitia’s successor will be chosen by leaders within the Kiingitanga and may not be announced until the end of his funeral rites, which normally last for at least three days.
From BBC • Aug. 29, 2024
A musalla is an open prayer area for Muslims, usually used for funeral rites.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 1, 2024
People wept as the body of Ma Lianqiang’s wife, covered with a carpet, was carried away on what looked like a metal bed frame after Muslim funeral rites held outdoors.
From Washington Times • Dec. 20, 2023
Cleopatra returned to her palace to make the necessary preparations tor the funeral rites.
From "Sterling Biographies®: Cleopatra: Egypt's Last and Greatest Queen" by Susan Blackaby
