2024-02-27 10:20:04
The phrase “Rest in power" was used in the LA Weekly on the date of April 13, 1989. [Link] "An alternative to this traditional epitaph (rest in peace) emerged in the late 20th century. “Rest in Power”" [Link] NEEDS_MORE_RATINGS(1-0-1) Author
2024-02-28 13:42:13
Rest in Power is a termed used specifically in the African American community. Pays respect to those who have passed away. The date of first use cannot be located because it was not documented. Popular in the Civil Rights era and beyond. [Link] NEEDS_MORE_RATINGS(1-0-1) Author