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War and Ritual Ecstasy

The Emerald

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The Significance of Ritual in Ancient Cultures

This chapter explores the purpose of ritual in ancient cultures as a means to experience intense states of consciousness and prevent violence. It discusses the role of sacrificial killing in appeasing gods and highlights the dangers of not having ritual outlets, leading to humans preying on each other.

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