AFST 203 Lecture Notes - Lecture 14: Propitiation

• School: Binghamton University
• Department: Africana Studies
• Course: AFST 203
• Professor: Anthony Donkor

Document Summary

Propitiation- appeasing god - by ritual: way we do things - erikson. Unique way in which we are taught based upon repetiton representing the group. Kings and queens supposed to maintain order - need to provide offerings and sacrifices to the gods as propitiation. Rite: a body of esoteric or secret practica or oral teachings aimed at permanently producing a defenite and desired change. Cant undergo a rite and you be same person. Most of the time - abulation - must be washed for rituals - can also use blood. Leader will call the spirit to come - key to observe religious leaders. Calling forth of the spirit - taboo because its voodoo.