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Chinese custom
From the time of death of a family member the remaining part
of the family cannot sit on chairs. Even during the funeral
service they must sit on the floor.
Where learned: CHINA
Keyword(s): Furniture ; Mourners
| Subject headings: | CUSTOM FESTIVAL -- Street Trip Relations between relatives, friends, host and guest Social class Rank CUSTOM FESTIVAL -- Death Funeral Burial SPEECH -- Gesture |
Date learned: 00-00-1955