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How to name and arrange tombstones

So Xiankao (referring to father), concubine (referring to mother) X mansion (X refers to surname) XX (referring to name) the tomb test of the old man, concubine is to the deceased

The titles of father and mother contain feelings of nostalgia and sorrow. They are honorific titles for the deceased elders. It seems that when children set up tombstones for their parents, they would write:

Xiankao + father’s name.

Extended information: A stele erected in front or behind the tomb, with the name of the deceased and his experiences and deeds engraved on it. A commemorative carrier made by humans for the burial place of the deceased. It is usually made of stone materials, but also made of wood, metal materials and other materials. China

In ancient times, there were "tombs without tombs". They were only buried underground and there were no signs on the surface. Later, gradually there were graves with earth piled on the ground and tombstones.

After a person dies, if a tomb is to be erected, most of the time there must be a tombstone. The inscription on the tombstone is usually engraved with the deceased's name, place of origin, achievements, date of death and the name of the person who established the tombstone and his relationship with the deceased. The inscription should be written with respect and affection for the deceased.