Funerary temples

Funerary temples are structures built in ancient cultures, primarily in Egypt and Greece, to honor and commemorate the deceased, especially important or royal individuals. They served as places for rituals, offerings, and ceremonies to ensure the deceased’s safe passage to the afterlife and to honor their memory. These temples often housed statues, relics, and altars, and were designed to reflect the status and beliefs of the person they memorialized. Architecturally, they could range from simple shrines to grand, elaborate buildings, symbolizing reverence, and facilitating spiritual practices related to death and remembrance.