Spiritual Ceremonies

Spiritual Ceremonies explores the vital role of ritual and tradition in indigenous cultures worldwide, revealing how these practices shape social structures, transmit knowledge, and connect communities to the spiritual realm. Investigating ceremonies offers insights into the resilience and adaptability of communities often marginalized in dominant historical narratives. Some rituals serve as potent tools for cultural preservation in rapidly changing global landscapes. The book highlights the embodiment of belief through ritual performance, the transmission of cultural knowledge, and the maintenance of social cohesion through these traditions. By examining the structure, symbolism, and function of ceremonies, the book argues that these practices are not relics of the past, but dynamic components of cultural identity. The book progresses from an introduction to core concepts, delving into specific case studies across the Americas, Australia, and Africa, culminating in a synthesis of common threads in indigenous ceremonies.

© 2025 Publifye (E-bog): 9788235292735

Oversættere: AI

Release date

E-bog: 29. marts 2025