World MythologyCovers the myths and traditions, as well as social and cultural influences behind civilizations all around the world. |
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The relationship between myth and ritual is central to Australian Aboriginal ceremonial life , and to its graphic representation by way of various visual media , primarily painting and carving . To simplify matters , it can be said that ...
The relationship between myth and ritual is central to Australian Aboriginal ceremonial life , and to its graphic representation by way of various visual media , primarily painting and carving . To simplify matters , it can be said that ...
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MYTH AND ART IN AUSTRALIA THROUGHOUT AUSTRALIA , but particularly in the Northern Territory , graphic designs are an important adjunct to the public narration of myth for ritual and ceremonial purposes .
MYTH AND ART IN AUSTRALIA THROUGHOUT AUSTRALIA , but particularly in the Northern Territory , graphic designs are an important adjunct to the public narration of myth for ritual and ceremonial purposes .
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INCANTATION In magical or religious rituals certain words or sounds are repeated ... MEDITATION Individual act of spiritual contemplation or where a shaman might commune with spirit gods as part of a ritual .
INCANTATION In magical or religious rituals certain words or sounds are repeated ... MEDITATION Individual act of spiritual contemplation or where a shaman might commune with spirit gods as part of a ritual .
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