Article describes various cultural funeral rituals from around the world but focuses on Native American customs and beliefs.
Discusses repatriation in the context of several cases that have fallen under the law. Includes both archeologists' and tribal leaders' comments.
Archaeological article discusses the effigy located in Ohio. Suggests possibilities of it being a response to celestial events.
Learn about the ancient death, burial, and birth rituals of the Mayans from examples of hieroglyphics, includes sacrifice and bloodletting.