Ancient Rituals and Offerings: Importance of Priests and Incense

The chapter explores the significant role of priests in ancient civilizations as ritual technicians, ensuring offerings and rituals were performed precisely to please the gods. It delves into the importance of offerings such as food and incense in communal experiences and purifying spaces, alongside discussions on propitiation and atonement in religious texts. The chapter also highlights the connection between ancient pagan worship practices and Orthodox Christian worship, emphasizing the significance of ritual in building community and fostering communion with God.