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The central concept of this project is to utilize floral waste to create biodegradable burial garments that enrich the soil. This approach not only reduces landfill waste but also integrates the beauty and symbolism of flowers into sustainable death care practices. When the flowers decompose, they return to the earth accompanying the deceased person and gift their essence to the soil, becoming nourishments for future blooms.
## **BURIAL GARMENTS: A HISTOIRAL JOURNEY TO MODERN PRACTICES**
## **A HISTOIRAL JOURNEY TO MODERN PRACTICES**
The history of burial garments spans across cultures and time, reflecting different traditions and beliefs about death and the afterlife. In ancient Egypt, mummification involved wrapping the deceased in linen shrouds, signifying status and preparing them for the journey to the afterlife. In medieval Europe, shrouds and simple white linens were customary, symbolizing purity and the soul’s journey.
