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The Psalm read at the funeral for Number the Stars, Psalm 23, is a comforting and reassuring passage that speaks to the presence of God in times of darkness and difficulty. It is often read to bring a sense of peace and hope to those grieving the loss of a loved one, reminding them of God's guidance and protection.
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God is counting the number of the stars; All of them he calls by name.(Psalm 147:4)
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Kirsti was sent to bed after Aunt Birte's funeral in "Number the Stars" because she was being disrespectful and talking loudly during the somber event. Mama wanted her to show respect for Aunt Birte and the funeral proceedings by being quiet and polite.
In "Number the Stars" by Lois Lowry, character Annemarie does not participate in a fake funeral. Instead, the story follows Annemarie's bravery and efforts in helping her Jewish friend Ellen and her family escape from the Nazis during World War II.
In "Number the Stars" by Lois Lowry, the people arriving for the funeral are actually Jewish family members who are being smuggled to safety in Sweden by Annemarie's family. They are pretending to attend a funeral as a cover for their escape from the Nazis in Denmark during World War II.
In "Number the Stars," Lise's funeral is a somber and sad event because she died tragically, while Aunt Birte's funeral is depicted as more of a celebration of her long life and the joy she brought to others. The different tones reflect the different circumstances surrounding each character's death.
Psalm 19
In "Number the Stars" by Lois Lowry, the Johansens prepared for the funeral of Great-aunt Birte by dressing her body in her Sunday best dress and placing her in a coffin in the living room. They invited neighbors and family members to pay their respects before the burial. They also made refreshments for the mourners who came to offer condolences.
What is the meaning of the stars of matariki
Peter's reading from the Bible was so important since that how Lois Lowry got the title of Number the Stars.