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Danish Death & Funeral Practices
Like their close neighbors to the north, the Dutch, the people of Denmark are open-minded, cosmopolitan and very direct. A modern, egalitarian society, the Danish are known for punctuality, politeness […]
Like their close neighbors to the north, the Dutch, the people of Denmark are open-minded, cosmopolitan and very direct. A modern, egalitarian society, the Danish are known for punctuality, politeness and an open communication style. The country is, overall, highly educated and affluent, with a strong middle class and little poverty. Although the countryside is dotted with small villages, castles, and open air markets, almost 90% of Denmark’s nearly 6 million people live in cities, which are quite lovely and picturesque in their own right.
Danish traditions revolve largely around Christianity and Christian culture. About 85% of the population is Evangelical Lutheran, and the Church has been influential in shaping many cultural norms, including those around death and dying. Nonetheless, some superstitions and beliefs from ancient times still persist.
Read about some common beliefs around death held by the Danish people in the articles below.
