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Catholic funeral symbols and their meaning
A priest sprinkles holy water on the casket, after which he also incenses it. So, what is the significance of these ritualistic funeral rites?
Fr. Francis Kikomeko sprinkles the casket of Bro. Ariseni Kwebiha during the deceased's funeral mass at Mount St. Theresa, Kisubi. Photos by Mathias Mazinga
By: NewVision Reporter, Journalists @NewVision
During the burial of any Roman Catholic priest, certain rituals are commonly performed.
For example, a white pall is laid on the casket of the deceased priest. The main celebrant