songbirdspells:

Something that is discussed quite a bit but not often with references in offerings. What they are, how they were approached, what one does with them. I will attempt to do a through overview of sacrifices, particularly food offerings, in ancient Greece and how it might relate to modern day practices. Bloodless sacrifices (often votive or firstfruit offerings) are important but will only be mentioned in passing. This particular masterpost is concerned with food offerings and how they were handled. I am especially looking to answer the question, “Do I eat this sacrifice?”

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