Significance of the Won Jeon Ceremonies
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In the Unification faith, the Seung Hwa ceremony has three basic phases: 

1) Ghi Hwan, meaning “returning to joy,” which is the farewell greeting that the immediate family, trinity members, and close friends share with the elevated spirit. 

2) Seung Hwa, meaning “ascension and harmony” or “joyful ascension,” which is the service held for the elevated spirit by family and friends and is similar to a memorial service. 

3) Won Jeon, meaning “returning home to the palace,” which is the ceremony at the burial site

The National Won Jeon Shrine in Washington, DC, is a national monument for departed ones to be cherished and honored by relatives and descendants, and a permanent holy garden for family visits, prayer, meditation, and holy day celebrations.