escortaprijah
Escortaprijah, also known as the "Escort of the Priests," is a traditional ceremony observed in some Catholic communities, particularly in the Philippines. The practice is rooted in the belief that the souls of the deceased need the assistance of living individuals to reach the afterlife. In the case of Escortaprijah, the role is taken by a priest, who is believed to guide the soul of the deceased to the heavens.
The ceremony typically takes place during the funeral rites. The priest, dressed in his vestments, is escorted
The belief in Escortaprijah is deeply rooted in the cultural and religious practices of the Filipino people.
Escortaprijah is not a widely practiced tradition today, as many Filipino families have adopted modern funeral