Death

When someone dies, a ritual is performed that is supposed to return their body to the elements. First, the body is placed into a hole about 2 feet deep. They are then caught on fire and allowed to completely turn to ash. Once the fire naturally goes out, the hole is filled with dirt and water is poured on top. The theory is that the body will turn into flame first to satisfy the fire element, the ashes will float away to satisfy the wind element, the remaining body is covered with dirt to satisfy the ground element, and then water is poured on top to satisfy the water element. The ritual is said to bring good fortune to people who participate, and give them more spirit energy.