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Eating with the Gods

The Lord of Spirits

CHAPTER

Ancient Sacrifices: Rituals and Significance

The chapter delves into the elements of ancient sacrifices, starting with processions to sacred spots for offerings and communal meals as a form of hospitality. It emphasizes the importance of sharing meals together as a way to establish communion with divine beings, dispelling common misconceptions around sacrifices involving not just animals but also grains and food animals.

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