Condolence card
A sympathy card , condolence card or memorial card is usually given or sent as a greeting card at funerals to the bereaved.
In contrast to other greeting cards, the mourners are expressed condolence or empathy . Often sympathy cards in the form of are Spruchkarten designed to the unspeakable in metaphorical to grasp formulations. Condolence cards will be given at the funeral or sent by people unable to attend the funeral. Today it is also possible to send electronic e-cards or to leave entries in virtual cemeteries . However, personal contact is most valued here.
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The encouragement expressed in memorial cards is intended to help relatives to better cope with the loss and the circumstances. The card is intended to show personal sympathy and in this way to inform the recipient that he is not alone in this bereavement. In addition to aphorisms and poems, verses from the Bible are often used, and a sum of money is usually included to cover funeral expenses.
When designing it, care should be taken that mere expressions do not do justice to the pain of those affected. Often superficial words hurt loved ones. The text is intended to give consolation , express sympathy and offer help.
literature
- Gabriele Jöhren: Book of condolences: unforgettable farewell words; Suggested text, quotes and poems for your sympathy card. Krefeld: The Speech 2011. ISBN 978-3-00-035934-7
- Marion Vette: A silent greeting: personalize memorial cards. Freiburg, Br .: Christophorus 2010. ISBN 978-3-8388-3129-9
Web links
- Design information at bestattungsplanung.de