Sacrifice is a multifaceted practice than almost never has one simple and straight forward interpretation. Gary E. Kesslar, the author of Studying Religion, discusses how sacrifices can have a series of different connotations. Kesslar considers that it is difficult to pinpoint a direct and obvious reason for any sacrifice, but explains that there are several forms of motivation behind these ceremonies, which are thanks giving, substitution, channeling violence, reenacting rituals, or communicating…
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