Grim Reaper

The Grim Reaper is a symbolic figure representing death across many cultures. Usually depicted as a cloaked, hooded skeleton holding a scythe, it personifies the inevitable end of life. The image serves as a reminder of mortality, guiding souls to the afterlife or ultimate destination. While not a literal being, the Grim Reaper functions as a cultural metaphor for the natural cycle of life and death, emphasizing the universality and certainty of mortality.