Sati

Definition

Sati is another term for widow immolation, a historical practice in India where widows were expected to self-immolate on their husband's funeral pyre. It was considered a cultural norm and associated with notions of loyalty and devotion.

Related terms

Cremation: Cremation is the process of reducing a dead body to ashes through burning.

Traditional Practices: Traditional practices refer to customs, rituals, or behaviors that have been passed down from generation to generation within a specific cultural context.

Taboo: Taboo refers to actions or behaviors that are prohibited by society due to moral or religious beliefs.