REFLECTION, REMEMBRANCE AND SOCIAL COHESION: THE VIRTUES OF THE MEMORIAL MONUMENT
REFLECTION, REMEMBRANCE AND SOCIAL COHESION: THE VIRTUES OF THE MEMORIAL MONUMENT
A modern memorial monument is a physical place designated to remember an individual or a group of people. Its function is a place of reflection and memory and an opportunity for public gatherings and entertainment. There are several types of memorial monuments, such as war memorials, natural disaster memorials, and other memorials.
The word “memorial” — from the Latin memorialis — means in memory and honor of a person.
The idea of building a memorial monument for a loved one is not new, but the way people commemorate their deceased loved ones has changed. Today, families choose to build more complex and even interactive structures as a tribute to their deceased loved ones.
While some people choose the traditional route of burial when they lose a loved one, others opt for more unique alternatives. Nowadays, it is not uncommon to see a cemetery full of modern monuments in memory of the deceased. As the saying goes, "you can't take it with you," which is why the trend of unique and personalized funerals is becoming more and more popular.
It is a common misconception that modern monuments or those commemorating events such as the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, are all sterile, cold, and impersonal. The truth is that, in many cases, designers have created memorial monuments with much thought and sensitivity towards the place and its history.
These monuments are more than just a place where people can pay their respects; they are also a way to educate future generations about the value of tolerance. This has been especially true in recent years, as many modern-day memorials have been erected for victims of senseless violence, such as the shooting at Orlando's Pulse Nightclub or the Dallas Police.
Memories of events, people, and places are invaluable in our lives. They move us forward, teach us the past, and inspire us to do better. Today's memorial monuments are not limited to stone slabs surrounded by greenery with a few inscriptions.
A memorial monument is a structure that serves to remember something or someone. They are present in almost every country and serve as a place for the public to express themselves, honor, and remember the deceased.
"A beautiful death honors all life" - Francesco Petrarca
Today's memorial monuments are different from traditional ones. Now, not just stone, their epitaphs and floral ornaments are kept alive to honor the memories of departed souls. Memorials are not just about death. They also have to do with life. They give us a place to honor people who have contributed in some way to society, and through them, we form a connection to our past.
A monument is an object that serves as a physical or spiritual reminder of someone or something gone, lost, or deceased. Today's memorials are anything from a historical marker to a statue to the headstone of the family dog. What ways have you found to honor your loved ones?
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