How Madagascar's ancestors are celebrated to ensure a prosperous future
In short: In this 1961 BBC Earth expedition, a young David Attenborough witnesses a striking Malagasy ceremony where graves are opened to honor the deceased.
The video documents a form of ancestor worship practiced in Madagascar. During the ceremony, the graves of the dead are opened amidst significant fanfare.
This ritual is performed to secure a successful harvest for the upcoming season and to bring luck and prosperity to the family involved.
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