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Why do some people observe a moment of silence when someone passes away?

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Why do some people observe a moment of silence when someone passes away?
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In that one minute, you are supposed to honor the deceased. Some people sit in quiet reflection, others pray. It's just a way of honoring and remembering the person who passed. Similar to ringing church bells at a funeral or lighting candles at a vigil.
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well to show respect and the last moment of peace and quiet!!
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its about paying your respect for that person whom had passed
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It's about giving them respect and a time to think about them one last time before they are buried.
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