tilarupu
Tilarupu is a term that refers to a specific style of traditional Torajan funeral ritual originating from South Sulawesi, Indonesia. The term itself is often translated as "rattling of the bones" or "shaking of the bones," alluding to the practice of exhuming the remains of the deceased and arranging them in a new coffin. This ritual is a significant part of the complex and elaborate funeral ceremonies held by the Toraja people, which can span several days and involve large gatherings.
The Tilarupu ritual is part of a larger funerary cycle that can occur months or even years
The Tilarupu ceremony is a testament to the Torajan belief system, which emphasizes the importance of ancestral