A Study of the <i>Aekmagi</i> Ritual in Jeju Shamanic Religion: Focusing on the Sacred Status of Shamans and the Significance of Sacrifice
In the Jeju shamanic religion, chickens have been sacrificed for <i>aekmagi,</i> a ritual to prevent <i>aek</i>, a looming misfortune that may cause death. Whereas ordinary participants are thought to be at risk of harm when possessing or eating chickens or other offerings ma...
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MDPI AG
2024-01-01
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2077-1444/15/1/60 |