All Souls' Day observed at Dhaka Christian Cemetery
The day is observed by Christians worldwide as a day of prayer and remembrance for the faithful departed
Christians observe All Souls' Day on 2 November by honoring the memory of their departed loved ones by lighting candles, scattering flower petals, and sprinkling holy water on their graves.
Like every year, hundreds of people gathered at the Dhaka Christian Cemetery in Wari to offer prayers and pay tribute to the departed souls on the occasion, also known as the Day of Remembrance for All Souls.
Families and friends stood by the graves of their loved ones in quiet reflection, filling the cemetery with candlelight and prayers.
The day is observed by Christians worldwide as a day of prayer and remembrance for the faithful departed.
The tradition, which dates back to the early Middle Ages, is closely associated with All Saints' Day on 1 November.
While All Saints' Day honours all saints and martyrs, All Souls' Day focuses on remembering ordinary believers who have passed away, reflecting the Christian belief in eternal life and the hope of resurrection.
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