EPISODE · Nov 27, 2023 · 55 MIN
Blood, Sweat, and Tears. Human Sacrifice
from Mystery of Everything · host Gabriella Rozefort and Brenna Hatter
Human sacrifice, the offering of the life of a human being to a deity. The occurrence of human sacrifice can usually be related to the recognition of human blood as the sacred life force. Bloodless forms of killing, however, such as strangulation and drowning, have been used in some cultures. The killing of a human being, or the substitution of an animal for a person, has often been part of an attempt to commune with a god and to participate in divine life. Don't forget to leave us a review! Follow us on Instagram Listen to our sister podcast: History of Everything Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Blood, Sweat, and Tears. Human Sacrifice
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