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Dinka Healers with Sacred Carved Branch

Carol Beckwith

African Ceremonies

African Ceremonies
Friday Harbor, United States

The trunks of trees are often carved into the shape of cattle hrons to mark holy shrines where sacrificies are made. Cattle are only killed as a sacrifice to receive a blessing from God. Tthe Dinka believe that their beloved animals, essential in every part of their lives, are their link to the spirit world.

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  • Title: Dinka Healers with Sacred Carved Branch
  • Creator: Carol Beckwith & Angela Fisher
  • Location: South Sudan
  • Copyright: copyright Carol Beckwith & Angela Fisher
African Ceremonies

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