The Monarch’s Funerals in the UK and Republic of Benin Case of Queen Elisabeth II and King Dedjalagni Agoli-Agbo_084509-1
Author : Dr. Hergie Alexis SEGUEDEME
Abstract :
The UK monarchy is an institution whereas Abomey’s is a legacy. From one crown to the other, traditions are not the same. As far as funerals are concerned, their management differ from one side to another. In UK, public funerals are held and the people is invited to mourn their sovereign. But in Abomey, the King’s funerals are a mix of mystery and power demonstration where the sacred takes a great place. For instance, Queen Elisabeth II is buried at Windsor, St George’s Chapel but the grave of the late King of Abomey Dada Dedjalagni Agoli-Agbo remains secret. Overall, the funerals aim to preserve memory and the sustainability of the monarchy. There are shaped to strengthen the respect and love that the people bear for the Crown. This study entitled ‘’Comparative approach of monarch’s funerals in the UK and Republic of Benin: Case of Queen Elisabeth II and King Dedjalagni Agoli-Agbo’’ is both descriptive and analytic. It reveals the way and means of monarch’s funerals in both Countries and compares them. It emphasizes on the cultural, social and religious beliefs that are backgrounds to such practices.
Keywords :
Monarchy, funerals, tradition, memory.
