Sorting out the deceased’s belongings is one of the most difficult tasks that must be faced after a funeral. While searching through the closet, we may come across new, recently purchased clothes or those that are in great condition and it is a shame to throw them away. For many people, wearing clothes after the deceased is a sign of respect and remembrance. However, it is worth bearing in mind that there is a certain superstition associated with it.
Don’t wear things of a dead person. This superstition has accompanied people for many years.
It used to be believed that you should wait 2 weeks after the funeral and only then start cleaning out the deceased’s belongings. Some people gave away clothes to family members or gave them to the poor, others decided to burn all their clothes because they believed that wearing them could bring bad luck.
The deceased’s clothing was said to still emanate his energy and call for his return to the owner. This prevented him from finding peace on the other side. A similar superstition concerned the shoes of a deceased person. It was forbidden to put them on, because then one would bring upon oneself the same path that befell the deceased: life problems, illness, .
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Is it possible to wear things of a deceased person? It’s all up to you
Nowadays, wearing clothes after the deceased does not seem to be anything extraordinary. Fewer and fewer people believe in superstition and decide to use things after a loved one. There is nothing wrong with that. However, they should be properly disinfected. The most effective method is ozonation. You can also use dry ice, which will eliminate bacteria and viruses. If you don’t want to keep the clothes, you can always give them to those in need. Clean, ironed, and disinfected clothes are worth taking to a church, the Municipal Social Welfare Center, a shelter or a homeless shelter. If you’d like, please vote in our poll below.
Source: Gazeta
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