Is there any symbolism behind making a paper boat and...?

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Is there any symbolism behind making a paper boat and...?

putting a lighted candle inside; and then releasing it in a river or lake?

2006-06-28 22:40:54 · 2 answers · asked by LyLsLick 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Other - Education

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You been watching too many pirate movies.

2006-06-28 22:43:32 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋

i think its a japanese tradition of sending messages to the dead. a similar one is sending tiny hot air paper balloons using candles to take messages to the dead.

2006-06-29 05:46:12 · answer #2 · answered by oldguy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋