Beaker Burial Rites

Beaker Burial Rites refer to a set of funerary practices associated with the Beaker culture, which thrived in Europe during the late Neolithic to early Bronze Age (approximately 2500-1800 BCE). Characterized by their distinctive bell-shaped pottery known as Beaker pots, this culture emphasized individual burials, often accompanied by grave goods such as pottery, weapons, and jewelry. The rituals reflect social status and personal identity, with some individuals buried in elaborate grave sites. These practices signify a shift towards more individualized expressions of identity and beliefs about the afterlife in ancient societies.