Secondary burials in Naples in the modern and contemporary age: A review

Guarino, M.

doi:10.1016/j.jemep.2022.100793

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“…The above three principles are referred to as the incarnational approach of the church in the city. The church becomes the flesh of the people and the bones of the people (Guarino, 2022). It becomes a listening and learning church when it identifies itself with its people.…”

Section: Building An Incarnational Approach To the Churchmentioning

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How Can the Church Reclaim Backsliders? Analysis of Church Education to Reclaim Backsliders

Htay,

Salurante

2024

DJCE

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Backsliding is a problem occurring among Christians in Myanmar. The author focuses this research on seeking several solutions to the issue of backsliding among Christians in Myanmar by comparing it with the Reformed worldview. The analytical focus is on the educational aspect in the church to address backsliding based on the Reformed worldview. This research was conducted in several stages, including problem identification and its causes, proposing problem-solving ideas. The researcher conducted interviews among Christians and elaborated with various other literary sources. The research findings reveal that the church needs to teach sound doctrines that can help its members grow in their faith and withstand difficult times. Political and religious issues are inseparable, but the fundamental problem is the need for contextual churches. The church needs to love and care for its flock. Additionally, the research finds that contextual churches require influence in every public area. Church leaders in urban areas need to be more educated and aware of the views and sensitivities of various ethnic, class, race, and religious groups. The church, as the body of Christ, should be able to communicate the Word of God honestly and accurately to its members and ensure that they are engaged in Bible classes or groups where they can learn and enjoy fellowship with fellow believers to strengthen their faith.

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Section: Building An Incarnational Approach To the Churchmentioning

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How Can the Church Reclaim Backsliders? Analysis of Church Education to Reclaim Backsliders

Htay,

Salurante

2024

DJCE

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“…The church was the setting for a particular funerary practice that was prevalent in Naples, but also present in other parts of Italy until the second half of the 19th century [5,6]. Its hypogeum was specifically designed for the ritual of processing the corpses of the confraternity members through an elaborated treatment involving a "double burial".…”

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“…The giardinetti were basins filled with soil in which the corpses were superficially buried for the first phase of decomposition; they were then moved to the niches to completely get rid of their soft tissues. The obtained skeletal remains were treated differently, with the postcranial elements being deposited in ossuaries-i.e., pits closed by a grate-whereas the skulls were mostly displayed on the masonry shelves as a symbol of the successful liberation of the soul [5,6]. The acknowledged strong emotional and symbolic charge of this Neapolitan ritual for the deceased evokes Van Gennep's view of the three-stage rites of passage, i.e., separation, transition, and incorporation-the latter when the deceased acquires a new social status [7].…”

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Preserving Intangible Heritage through Tangible Finds: The “Skull with Ears”—St. Luciella ai Librai’s Church (Naples, Italy)

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The present study reports the conservative first aid concerning the human cranium known as the “Skull with Ears”, which is conserved in the crypt of Santa Luciella ai Librai’s church in Naples, Italy. These remains have historically been worshipped by devotees within the cult of the “abandoned souls”. The skulls were “adopted” by the Neapolitan population and treated with particular care in exchange for divine favors. The critical preservation status of the “Skull with ears” required a multidisciplinary approach aimed at defining the taphonomy and anthropological features of the cranium, while determining the state of its conservation by using a multi-analytical approach. Multispectral imaging, 3D modeling, X-ray imaging, microscopical observations, and microbiological tests enabled the documentation of the cranium while assessing this state of conservation. Electron scanning microscopy (SEM), energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) in the attenuated total reflectance (ATR) mode, and radiocarbon dating allowed for essential data to be obtained on the cranium’s history and constituent components. The results that were obtained from both the analysis of the cranium and the environmental monitoring of the crypt showed the advanced degradation of the bones due to a significant bacterial attack, which was facilitated by the inadequate environmental conditions at the site of conservation. The acquired data enabled the definition of the most suitable conservation strategy and the securing of the cranium.

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Ethical challenges in the bioanthropological and biomedical investigation of Sicilian mummies—Past experience and future pathways

Piombino‐Mascali,

Squires,

Zink

2024

American Journal of Biological Anthropology

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This article presents a multidisciplinary approach adopted in the Sicily mummy project, highlighting unique challenges and major ethical concerns inherent to the scientific study, conservation, and presentation of these mummies. Recognizing mummies as a distinct category of human remains, this paper argues for the development and application of specialized guidelines that address the intricate balance between scientific inquiry and respect for the cultural, religious, and mortuary practices that characterize the cultural context, in this case of Sicily. Through a transparent and collaborative dialogue among all stakeholders—including curators, clergy, scientists, and government officials—the project ensures the preservation of the mummies' dignity within their sacred spaces. The critical role of biological anthropologists is emphasized, alongside the contributions of clinical radiologists, pathologists, and qualified restorers, in constructing a comprehensive understanding of the mummies' biocultural significance. The paper advocates for a bioarchaeological strategy that advances scientific knowledge while safeguarding the mummies and respecting living communities. Additionally, we call for ethical rigor in scholarly publications and suggest future actions to protect this invaluable heritage. This approach not only preserves the dignity and integrity of the mummified remains but also enriches our understanding of past human societies.

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Secondary burials in Naples in the modern and contemporary age: A review

Cited by 3 publications

References 9 publications

How Can the Church Reclaim Backsliders? Analysis of Church Education to Reclaim Backsliders

How Can the Church Reclaim Backsliders? Analysis of Church Education to Reclaim Backsliders

Preserving Intangible Heritage through Tangible Finds: The “Skull with Ears”—St. Luciella ai Librai’s Church (Naples, Italy)

Ethical challenges in the bioanthropological and biomedical investigation of Sicilian mummies—Past experience and future pathways

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