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In Thailand, Buddhist funerals can last up to 100 days but the coronavirus pandemic is forcing families to drastically tone down their traditions.
Sprinkling rose and marigold petals over cremated bone fragments as a monk chanted, Pakawat Jityomnant reflected on a conundrum unique to the Covid-19 era. Had he adequately paid respect to his late father, while ensuring his last rites did not contribute to the disease spreading?
With virus infections on the rise in Thailand, the family opted to compress patriarch Wichai s final farewell to a one-day affair compared with the usual 72 hours or more. Coming to the temple is dangerous. Even the monks themselves are afraid, Pakawat, a Bangkok antiques trader, told AFP.
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