What is the origin for wreaths on front door?

I. According to several sources, funeral wreaths were a Roman custom:

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wreath

www.onpedia.com/encyclopedia/Wreath

www.absoluteastronomy.com/topics/Wreath -n

Note: wikipedia is not the most reliable source, but it does reference some of the other reliable sources so the information can be verified.

Please check these sources for further information.

II. Additional:

In his book, How Did it Begin, R. Basc, states:

"To send a wreath to a funeral and to lay it on the coffin or the grave is a relic of ancient superstition and idol worship." The publication further states that the purpose in doing is, "The floral wreath is a survival of the belief that it was necessary to provide comfort to the departed. The flowers were also regarded as, literally a floral offering, a sacrifice to the dead. They were meant to keep them happy, lest, being dissatisfied they might haunt the mourners".

III. Lastly

Although of Roman origin and the pagans used them to honor the dead, most people today, use the funeral wreath as an expression of sympathy and condolences. This is much like a bride wearing a white gown or veil on a wedding day. In some countries, the white gown or veil was worn to prevent evil spirits from recognizing the bride. However, it has become a quaint tradition and not all cultures use the veil for this purpose.

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