2007-01-17 04:00:30 · 5 answers · asked by BTH L 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Other - Cultures & Groups
So the body doesn't fall out if you drop it.
2007-01-17 04:08:46 · answer #1 · answered by lisateric 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First, one wants to be sure that the lid does not come off during transport, or if a pallbearer drops it (don't want anyone falling out). Also, if the person is being buried with a specific item, especially those of value, less chance of it being stolen before or after burial if the lid is secure.
2007-01-17 04:12:38 · answer #2 · answered by dedum 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if there is a flood and the coffin is raised to the surface for any reason, it would keep the body from being exposed.
2007-01-17 04:08:59 · answer #3 · answered by brewcrew2007 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
So If the person wasn't dead, he wouldn't have the chance to come back to his loved ones, who miss him/her terribly.
2007-01-17 04:04:57 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe to make it more difficult for grave robbers?
2007-01-17 04:04:54 · answer #5 · answered by hk5000 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋