The correct way to write a tombstone mainly includes three contents: text, time and signature.

Among them, the main body is to write the name of the tomb owner. For the deceased, their name is an important symbol of their identity. It must be written in the middle and most conspicuous position of the tombstone. The font should be larger, straighter and eye-catching, so that people can know who the owner of the tomb is at a glance.

Shanxi black traditional tombstone

The time refers to the birth year and burial period of the deceased. Common tombstone formats are usually written in a smaller font. Vertical tombstones are written on the right side of the tombstone; horizontal tombstones are written at the bottom of the deceased's name or at the top of the tombstone.

The inscription usually refers to the person who built the tombstone. If the tombstone was built by the tomb owner himself, the names of immediate family members can be written on the inscription, such as "filial son and filial daughter."

Although the tombstone inscriptions of modern tombs mainly include these aspects, the life and love of each deceased are different, and the style and shape of the tombstone are also different. When writing tombstone inscriptions, you can carve the deceased's favorite motto, the deceased's blessings and other information based on the love of life of the deceased and the shape of the tombstone, highlighting the personal symbol of the deceased and expressing humanistic feelings.

Traditional stone tablets

It is worth mentioning that in the standard writing method of tombstones, the person who writes the monument on the tombstone is a manifestation of strong family affection in filial piety. If the maker of the monument is not written down, the whole world will think that the owner of the tomb is alone, or that the descendants of the owner of the tomb are unfilial people. Therefore, most people will write their own names to express their filial piety when erecting monuments for their deceased relatives.

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Tombstones have different forms and meanings in different cultures and religions. Some cultures believe that tombstones serve as a bridge between the living and the dead, allowing their souls to find peace and comfort. Some cultures believe that tombstones are a way of commemoration and remembrance, allowing future generations to remember and remember their deceased relatives forever.

No matter what the form and meaning of the tombstone is, it represents people's respect and memory for the deceased. The presence of tombstones allows us to stay in touch with the deceased even after they are gone, allowing us to continue to feel their presence and love. Tombstones are a precious way of commemorating our loved ones who have passed away.