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15 Death Rituals That Seem Bizarre by Today’s Standards

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3. Endocannibalism (Yanomami, Amazon)

3. Endocannibalism (Yanomami, Amazon)
A Yanomami elder from the Amazon tribe gently scatters sacred ashes during a traditional ceremonial ritual. | Photo by Wikipedia

Among the Yanomami and certain other Amazonian tribes, endocannibalism is a sacred tradition. Relatives consume the ashes of the deceased, often mixed with plantain soup or bananas. This act is seen as a way to keep the spirit of the loved one alive within the community. Though the practice is taboo—or even shocking—in most modern societies, it expresses profound love and respect in Yanomami culture. More info

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