49 Days (Buddhism)
Appearance
49 Days is a tradition shared among various regional sects of Buddhism whereby the friends and family of a loved one temporarily participate in vegetarianism for 49 days in honor of said loved one passing away. Other rituals or prayers may also be conducted during this time.[1][2]
References
- ^ Novick, Rebecca. "49 Days, 49 Years: Dalai Lama Leads Prayer Service for Tibetans Killed in Protests".
- ^ Sung, Eugene. "49 Days After One's Death in Korean Buddhism".