A Strange Ritual As Two Brothers Are Passed Over Their Mother’s Coffin Shortly Before Burial

A video showing two brothers being carried over their mother’s coffin before burial surprised netizens
Two men standing on opposite sides of the coffin conducting the service while mourners join the choir in singing
Netizens shared divided opinions, with some defending the culture while others questioning or criticizing the ritual

The unusual scene at the funeral was caught on video, leaving many netizens stunned.

A strange burial ritual as two brothers are passed over the coffin before burial. Photo: Antony Trivet/Jaramogi Allan Ofula.
Source: Facebook

Shortly before the last funeral service, mourners and family members gathered around the casket placed on the ground.

The sound of drums and other instruments filled the air as the choir sang and a traditional ritual was performed.

Two men stood on opposite sides of the coffin, passing the dead woman’s children over it.

How was the funeral ritual done?

They started with a little boy wearing a white suit and black shoes.

Once they finished, they picked up a little girl wearing a beautiful white dress, stockings and shoes.

Each child was carefully passed over the coffin four times as mourners watched the unusual ritual unfold.

Netizens’ opinions about the strange ritual

Memoh Ke: “This staff sits in memes and jaba but but, hear me out when I say it’s true.”

Ochiel Godfrey: “Do they do the same for older children? How about adults, do they jump or what do they do? Just asking on behalf of many.”

Sly Stimuli: “Those who doubt this should understand that we Luhyas are very spiritual people. Our ancestors endured times of suffering during their days until they had to come up with practices that may seem strange to others.”