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Beyond Belief: The State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II

The State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II

BBC Radio 4 - Beyond Belief, The State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II

A deep dive into the rituals of faith behind the pageantry of the Queen's state funeral.

Exploring the faith behind the pageantry of the Queen's funeral. Millions will have watched this historic service. Ernie Rea and guests discuss its symbolism and significance.

Exploring the faith behind the pomp and pageantry of the Queen's funeral. 

Millions will have watched the historic funeral service from Westminster Abbey and the Committal at St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle as Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was laid to rest. For some, the services will be full of meaning and resonance. Others will be less familiar with the Christian rituals that have evolved over centuries. 

Ernie Rea is joined by writer and journalist Catherine Pepinster, Professor Douglas Davies, Rev Dr Giles Fraser and Andrew Carwood MBE (Director of Music, St Paul's Cathedral) to discuss and illuminate the meaning, symbolism and significance of the Queen's state funeral. 

Producer: Rebecca Maxted
Assistant Producer: Peter Everett
Editor: Dan Tierney

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