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Art. V.—The Lamentations of the Natives of Ceylon over the Bodies of their Deceased Relatives
Published online by Cambridge University Press: 14 March 2011
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Whether the feelings which these lamentations express have existence in all cases in the hearts of the mourners, or otherwise, is not at present the consideration. The observance implies that such feelings are held in high estimation; and the striking resemblance which these lamentations bear to those in Scripture, and in particular to that over Saul, appealing to the common sympathies which the occasion naturally calls forth, and uttered in short, emphatic, and unconnected sentences, renders them not the less worthy of observation.
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page 63 note 1 Referring, perhaps, to the Hindú notion, that a widow should ascend the pile with her husband, though this practice does not prevail in Ceylon.
page 63 note 2 This alludes to the custom of a husband, who, before he goes on a journey, or commences any important business, calls his wife, looks steadfastly in her face, saying, “Ah! ah!” and then makes sure of success. He will also look in the face of a beloved child with a similar object.
page 64 note 1 Literally, “My lion.”