Funeral Ceremonies of the Parsees

Funeral Ceremonies of the Parsees: Their Origin and Explanation is a book written by Jivanji Jamshedji Modi, a Parsi scholar and priest. The book offers a detailed description of the funeral ceremonies of the Parsi community, which is known for its unique customs and traditions. The author provides an in-depth analysis of the origins of these ceremonies, and explains the significance of each ritual and practice. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of the funeral ceremonies. The author begins by discussing the history and evolution of the Parsi community, and how their customs have evolved over time. He then goes on to describe the various rituals that are performed during a Parsi funeral, such as the washing and dressing of the body, the prayers and recitations, and the final disposal of the remains. Throughout the book, the author emphasizes the importance of these ceremonies in the Parsi community, and how they serve as a way to honor the deceased and provide comfort to their loved ones. He also provides a detailed explanation of the symbolism and meaning behind each ritual, and how they relate to the Parsi belief system. Overall, Funeral Ceremonies of the Parsees: Their Origin and Explanation is a comprehensive guide to the unique customs and traditions of the Parsi community. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in learning more about this fascinating culture and its beliefs.1905. The object of this paper is to give a brief description of the funeral ceremonies of the Parsees, a description that may interest not only the ordinary seekers after Oriental knowledge, but also the students, who strive to find, for most of the present customs, an origin in the commandments of the original Avesta Scriptures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.