Customs & Living Traditions

Learn about family customs, rites of passage, mourning, dress, foodways, seasonal observances, community practices, and spiritual traditions sustained in daily life.

What color to wear to a Buddhist funeral?

What color to wear to a Buddhist funeral?

In many Buddhist traditions, mourners typically wear white to a funeral, as it is a symbol of purity and spiritual awakening. White clothing is often associated with death and funerals in many cultures and is seen as a way to show respect for the deceased and the bereaved. However, it is important to respect the […]