„Auf Dornen in den Himmel“

Kindliche Erinnerung an den Tod einer Wöchnerin

Abstract

This article delves into cultural practices surrounding maternal death during childbirth, focusing on rituals, symbolism, and their impact on grieving children. Through historical contexts and personal narratives like Anna Wimschneider's, it examines rituals such as adorning the deceased with shoes and the symbolism of thorns in the afterlife journey. It explores how children interpret and internalize these rituals, shaping their understanding of loss. The text also discusses cultural narratives and their role in coping with grief. Ultimately, it emphasizes the significance of imagery, rituals, and storytelling in navigating the grieving process and transmitting cultural experiences.