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The land, which carries China's profound traditional culture, has set off a lot of turmoil in the funeral atmosphere in recent years
After nearly a decade of observation, I deeply felt that some outrageous phenomena deviated from the original intention of traditional funeral rites, and aroused widespread social resentment.
The funeral scene, which should have been solemn, has become a stage for comparison and show-off.
In order to show their "magnanimity" and "scenery", some people do not hesitate to spend huge sums of money to build a luxurious mourning hall and invite a band to play all day long.
And those so-called "paper boats, paper horses, and paper ingots" were burned for half a day.
Is it really respect for the deceased, or is it a blind pursuit of money and face?
What's even more shocking is that in order to hold a "decent" funeral, some people do not hesitate to sell their houses to bury their mothers and take out loans to bury their fathers.
They seem to forget that true filial piety does not lie in showing off on the outside, in companionship and love during life.
This distorted funeral atmosphere not only plunges the family into long-term poverty, but also makes family affection fragile in the face of money.
The rural people's concept of face has played a role in fueling the turmoil.
Our ancestors have lived together for generations, influencing each other, and we must be like ourselves, and we cannot be looked down upon by others.
This psychology has led to the prevalence of comparison, which makes people lose their reason and judgment on funeral issues.
We can't just put the blame on an individual or a family.
Factors such as social climate, cultural background, and government guidance all play a role in this.
To change this outrageous funeral atmosphere, we need the joint efforts of the whole society.
The government should increase publicity efforts and advocate the concept of simple funerals and heavy maintenance.
Through the media, communities and other channels, widely disseminate correct values, and guide people to establish correct funeral concepts.
Establish and improve relevant laws and regulations, severely crack down on violations in funeral activities, and curb the spread of this bad atmosphere at the institutional level.
In addition, it is also necessary to strengthen the spiritual care and livelihood security of the elderly in rural areas.
Let them feel the warmth and care of the society, and let them be fully respected and cared for before they die.
When they pass away, we can remember them in a more solemn and solemn way, instead of using money and face to cover up the emptiness and anxiety in our hearts.
Changing the funeral climate doesn't happen overnight.
It requires long-term perseverance and perseverance in many aspects.
But as long as we have firm beliefs and work together, I believe that we will be able to gradually change this outrageous phenomenon and return rural funerals to their essential meaning.
Everyone can play their part in this process.
Whether it's by participating in community activities to promote the right concept of funeral, or practicing a frugal and simple lifestyle in daily life, you can contribute to changing the funeral atmosphere.
Let us all pay attention to the changes in the funeral atmosphere in rural areas, and use our actions and voices to speak out for the improvement of this situation.
I believe that with our joint efforts, the rural funeral atmosphere will be gradually improved, so that the deceased can be truly respected and remembered, and the living can live more calmly and easily.
(Information source: Internet comprehensive materials)
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