Memento Mori - Remember Death

Spiritual artifacts crafted by artisans from around the world.

"Memento mori" is a Latin phrase that translates to "remember you must die." It serves as a reminder of the inevitability of death. Historically used in art, literature, and philosophical discourse, memento mori encourages mindfulness of one's mortality. The concept is often associated with urging people to live virtuously and to appreciate the transient nature of life. It's a call to focus on what's truly important, emphasizing the fleeting nature of earthly pleasures and achievements, and to cultivate a life that acknowledges death as an integral part of the human experience.