In China, "joyful funeral" refers to the feelings of happiness over the sadness of family members when an elderly person with many children or grandchildren passes away. This idea sees death as a beginning rather than an end. Resuming a normal life after the loss of a loved one can bring solace. While the loss of a central figure such as a grandfather may change the dynamics of a family, the birth of a new family member brings hope and renewal. The cycle of birth and death is a central theme in Buddhist thought, reminding us of the interconnectedness of all beings and the belief in continuity beyond physical death.