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Ghost Weddings: A Practice of Posthumous Marriage
This chapter delves into the intriguing practice of ghost weddings, where women are sold as brides for the deceased. The hosts discuss the cultural, financial, and criminal aspects of this ancient tradition, exploring its purpose and the dark trade surrounding it. They also touch on related topics like posthumous ceremonies, grave robbing, and the associations of 'failure' in the English language.