Dimitris Xygalatas: 1 book
The Burning Saints
Cognition and Culture in the Fire-walking Rituals of the Anastenaria
Language: English
Release Date: October 14, 2014
The Anastenaria are Orthodox Christians in Northern Greece who observe a unique annual ritual cycle focused on two festivals, dedicated to Saint Constantine and Saint Helen. The festivals involve processions, music, dancing, animal sacrifices, and culminate in an electrifying fire-walking ritual....
