Cemetery symbols

Cemetery symbols

Well, another morning. There is that. I sometimes feel a strong sense of Déjà vu when I write the post titles…I especially got that sensation when typing out the title for today’s thre…

We put together a list of common headstone symbols and their meanings, so next time you visit a cemetery you'll have a better appreciation for the cus

“Out, out, brief candle! Life’s but a walking shadow, a poor player that struts and frets his hour upon the stage and is heard no more. It is a tale told by an idiot, full of sound and fury, signifying nothing.” William Shakespeare, Macbeth “In the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bread, till thou […]

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Albany Rural Cemetery - a good guide to common cemetery symbols. I will never look at graves the same..... :'(

When we come across cemeteries, our first thought is almost always an unpleasant one. But as spooky as they are, gravestone-riddled burial grounds can reveal startling, stunning, and utterly beautiful facts. Many people have made rather remarkable discoveries when it comes to cemetery excavations, like how this man discovered the long-lost grave of his war... View Article

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Learn the meanings and interpretation of common tombstone symbols in this photo tour of a variety of tombstone engravings.

Great summer read for your next cemetery stroll! Guide to Historic Cemeteries Understanding Cemetery Symbols by Tui Snider is a reference book for genealogists, history buffs, ghost hunters and others seeking to learn the forgotten meanings of cemetery symbols in historic graveyards. About the Author Tui Snider is an award-winning author, speaker, and musician who specializes in quirky, haunted, and bizarre destinations. As she puts it: I used to write fiction.