Tuesday, March 11, 2025

Probably to control the stench--Burmese are supposed to place stone melons underneath the corpse.

People also ask
What is the flower burial hypothesis?
Solecki (1971: 249–250; Solecki, 1975, Solecki, 1977) suggested that the body of the Neanderthal was placed on a bed of these flowers, possibly for medical reasons, and/or as a mark of affection and/or respect. The hypothesis, although accepted quite widely and very influential, has been debated over many years. Shanidar et ses fleurs? Reflections on the palynology of the Neanderthal ... ScienceDirect.com
https://www.sciencedirect.com › science › article › pii

Height and dating--I think it's over-valued--like big breasts and thick lips in women.

https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2025/jun/18/the-shorter-mans-search-for-love-one-woman-cried-when-i-told-her-how-tall-i-am?utm_sour...