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The mythical Ceiba Tree (sacred tree) has a branch structure that appeared to ancient people more like root system. In legend it is believed if you buried your dead at the base of the La Ceiba tree in its "leaves" then the Soul would be sent up the "roots" to be closer to Heaven.
