concept   burial practices

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Cultures (9) archaeological community (1) Tibetan Buddhist culture (1) modern societies (1) Brazil (1) Indigenous communities (1) South Korea (1) archaeological preservation (1) archeology (1) paleoanthropology researchers (1)
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1 burial practices archaeological community Exploring burial sites yields valuable insight into historical cultures and beliefs for archaeologists. 4
2 burial practices Tibetan Buddhist culture Sky burial, offering human remains to vultures, is a traditional Tibetan Buddhist burial practice. 3
3 burial practices modern societies Modern societies have various burial methods, including cremation and inclusion of grave goods, as a sign of respect. 2
4 burial practices Brazil Burial practices in Brazil are influenced by Afro-Brazilian traditions focused on ensuring the peaceful transition of the spirit. 1
5 burial practices Indigenous communities Traditional burial practices in Indigenous communities are closely tied to nature and ancestors through rituals and ceremonies. 1
6 burial practices South Korea In South Korea, ancestral graves are carefully tended and visited during traditional holidays like Chuseok. 1
7 burial practices archaeological preservation Elaborate burial practices in ancient cultures have led to the preservation of artifacts and human remains. 1
8 burial practices archeology Burial practices in archeology include grave goods that may have practical or ritual purposes, rather than solely being a sign of respect. 1
9 burial practices paleoanthropology researchers Paleoanthropology researchers interpret burial practices as evidence of early symbolic and ritualistic behavior in human societies. 1