The eulogy for a Luo man named Moses Obado Okuku has become a viral sensation on social media.
It has sparked discussions among mourners and language enthusiasts due to its intricate use of language.
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Starting with the fact that Moses dropped out of school in his early years, the eulogy seemed to embellish the situation.
It read, “This sombre juncture imposed an exigent hiatus on Moses’s scholastic trajectory, compelling him to relinquish the pursuit of knowledge prematurely.”
The choice of elaborate language extended to describing the man’s marriage journey.
Stating that he “entered into the sacred union with Beatrice Ajwang in the annum 1985.”
The Luo man’s eulogy took the scenic route instead of using simple grammar to convey that the man and his wife were blessed with children.
It complicatedly stated, “Their union, a crucible of shared joys and sorrow, bore the fruits of progeny – four sons.”
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However, the part that elicited laughter from many was the description of Moses as a farmer, referring to him as a
“tenacious agrarian who will be remembered as a stalwart steward of the land.”
Stunned netizens
The reactions on social media varied from admiration for the poetic eloquence to bewilderment.
Some praised the eulogy as a fitting tribute to a Luo man, appreciating the linguistic flair.
While others questioned the appropriateness of such complexity in a setting meant for collective mourning.
The eulogy of the Luo man, with its linguistic intricacies, managed to evoke a range of responses on social media.
Showcasing the diverse reactions of the online community to the unique expression of grief.
