Ancient Egyptians believed that the soul continued to exist after death and that the body needed to be preserved in order for the soul to return to it in the afterlife.

Stoic philosophers believed that death was a natural part of life and that it was sometimes justified to end one's life if it was causing great suffering.

The concept of 'ars moriendi' was developed by Christian theologians and was intended to provide guidance to individuals on how to prepare for and face death in a spiritually meaningful way.

The cult of domesticity was a set of beliefs and practices that emphasized the importance of the home and family life, and it was primarily associated with the middle class.

The concept of 'the death of God' was popularized by existentialist philosophers, who argued that the traditional belief in a transcendent God was no longer tenable in the modern world.

The hospice movement and the focus on palliative care emerged in the 20th century as a response to the changing needs of dying patients and their families.

The practice of sati was prevalent in some parts of India during the 19th century, before it was outlawed by the British colonial government.

The concept of 'the right to die' and debates surrounding euthanasia and assisted suicide have gained prominence in the 21st century.

The concept of 'ancestor worship' was prevalent in many cultures around the world, including ancient Egypt, where it was believed that the spirits of the dead could influence the lives of the living.

The concept of 'death with dignity' and the focus on end-of-life care have gained prominence in the 21st century.

The concept of 'reincarnation' was prevalent in many cultures around the world, including ancient Egypt, where it was believed that the soul could be reborn into a new body after death.

The concept of 'the afterlife' and the belief in a realm beyond death emerged in ancient Egypt, where it was believed that the soul could journey to the underworld after death.

The practice of 'suttee' was prevalent in some parts of India during the 19th century, before it was outlawed by the British colonial government.

The concept of 'the digital afterlife' and the use of technology to memorialize and connect with the deceased have emerged in the 21st century.

The concept of 'ancestor worship' was prevalent in many cultures around the world, including ancient Egypt, where it was believed that the spirits of the dead could influence the lives of the living.