Indigenous peoples burial customs

Indigenous peoples' burial customs vary widely across cultures, but often involve rituals that honor the dead and connect them to their community and spiritual beliefs. These practices may include specific ceremonies, placing items with the deceased, or creating burial sites like graves or ossuaries. Some traditions emphasize returning the body to the earth, while others involve elaborate rituals to guide spirits. Respect for ancestors and nature is central, and customs are deeply rooted in cultural identity, spiritual beliefs, and respect for the land and community connections.