concept   funeral traditions
statement   Funeral traditions in Eastern European countries are formal, solemn, and religious ceremonies to honor the deceased and comfort the living.

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1 funeral rituals Eastern European countries Funeral rituals often include a wake where friends and family gather to pay their respects and share stories about the deceased. 1
2 funeral traditions Eastern European countries Funeral traditions often involve a formal and solemn approach, with traditional religious ceremonies and rituals to honor the deceased and comfort the living. 1
3 funeral traditions Europe Funeral traditions often include a somber and formal ceremony followed by burial or cremation. 1