Image: Collecting the ashes

Collecting the ashes. Sukawati, Bali 1972 .

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Australian Museum Archives

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© Australian Museum

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After cremation, the ashes are placed in the sea - achieving final separation of the soul from the body.

Last Updated: 27 October 2009

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