Cremation

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Ancient rituals often featured elaborate burials, but some cultures opted instead for a more direct farewell by fire, choosing cremation as a way to honor their deceased loved ones. In ancient Rome, this practice was not only a common means of disposing of the body but also held spiritual significance. The Romans believed that upon death, the soul would leave the physical body and ascend to the afterlife, where it would be judged by the gods. The cremation process itself was seen as an essential step in purifying the spirit, allowing it to move freely through the cosmos.