Ritual and Communication in the Graeco-Roman World

• Κύριος συγγραφέας: Eftychia Stavrianopoulou (dir.) (auth)
• Μορφή: Ηλεκτρονική πηγή Κεφάλαιο βιβλίου
• Γλώσσα: Αγγλικά
• Έκδοση: Presses universitaires de Liège 2006
• Θέματα: oracle; ancient Greek religion; cult; ritual; religious beliefs; sacrifice
• Διαθέσιμο Online: DOAB: download the publication; DOAB: description of the publication

The analysis of the dynamic nature of rituals has become a heuristic tool for the investigation not only of religious behaviour and beliefs, but also for the study of social practice and communication in ancient and modern societies. From public assembly gatherings and funerals to celebration of cul...