What is a Crowning Ceremony? - Just Give Me 2 Minutes

Kari the Mortician explains what a crowning ceremony, typically done during a Homegoing Service, is and why it is done? Have you ever seen one at a funeral?

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[annagitana]

You explain this with such sensitivity.

[Thewrldacctodee]

Having a relative who works in funeral services, I’ve seen this done many times. It’s becoming pretty popular within Black funerals. As someone else pointed out, the song “I Shall Wear a Crown” is usually sung/played during this process. When my mom passed we considered doing this but eventually decided not to. Instead, during the ‘sealing of the bier’ aka, when she was closed, we sung “Let the Church Say Amen”
Thanks for sharing this Kari, love that you’re intentional in sharing the customs/meanings/traditions behind certain funeral rituals.

[viviangreen]

Being a black African American we have the most sermonious funerals ever. They are celebrations. If you have never been to one you will be amazed. Praise God

[geedubb]

Many years back, (30+), I remember participating in a few Crown ceremonies. We’d put down a few bottles of Crown Royal at gatherings. That’s the only Crown ceremony I knew. Ahhhh….it was smooth.

[janiceraaum]

Thank you for sharing this. I was not aware such a thing even existed but now I do.

[vickiek]

Kari, thank you for giving the information of the crowning ceremony. I have watched several Afro-American services often wondered the meaning behind this. Now I know, thank you again.

[frankward]

I've never heard of this. I have seen several crowns/tiara's placed on top of the casket at the cemetery before the vault was closed. Thanks for the info.

[thegreatlexini]

I saw a video of a young girls' service where the usher was walking up the aisle with her crown. I'd never seen it before, but it's so beautiful. What a beautiful way to remember a loved one and to comfort the family that the deceased is resting in heaven!

[bridgetmonger]

I have never heard of it. It sounds so cool. Thank You for sharing. The chapel you were in was lovely as well. God Bless.

[cherlywallis]

It’s very interesting thanks for sharing this it’s a wonderful tribute too the person ❤

[kennmills]

Wow….this was very interesting. Hawaiians do use floral crowns. You continue to fascinate me with these unusual cultural ceremonies. Thanks Kari.

[pattipowell]

Wow! You never stop amazing me! Something else I can file away…… Thank you for always sharing your wealth of knowledge with us! Sending Blessings to you and yours Kari‼️

[cherieyarber]

I was unsure of the meaning, but I experienced one at my Daughters Great Grandmother's service and wanted to educate myself to explain it to them. Thank you for the clear description and understanding!

[tomklock]

Fascinating celebration act! I’ve never seen that before. Thanks for sharing.

[margarethutchens]

In all the years I've been involved with funerals one way or another, I have never seen this but it sounds lovely.

[lakeisharhyant]

I am black never knew about this until I started seeing funerals pop up in my FB feed. I was curious the meaning. I remember you reaching out asking if anyone can provide you info on it. I'm glad you did your research. Thanks for sharing. ❤

[evakiss]

Hi beautiful! Have I seen one??? I never heard of it!😂…actually it’s beautiful! Thank you for your never ending educational videos! ❤

[jeanaesamuel]

So very beautiful. I've seen that they are so beautiful. I love it but it is so very hard. But the crowning is beautiful

[amber-orrq]

Never heard of this. Thanks for sharing this information. Blessings to you and your family 🙏🙏. You all stay safe and well

[debrabutler]

I have never heard of this before, thanks so much Kari.