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A formal or prescribed set of observances that make up a regular practice, especially one carrying spiritual significance. A ritual can be performed alone or in small or large groups. Most communities around the world, have recurring gatherings, celebrations, or commemorations that are always performed in the same way according to agreed-upon standards. Such behaviors and events become ritualistic traditions that are often carried out through decades, centuries, or even millennia of repeated practices.
"Navajo sandpainting ritual, probably in Arizona, circa 1890" by Mullarky Photo is licensed under Public Domain.
Manuscripts
A01 The Blessing Way (01-07) p. 74
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A04 Dance Hall of the Dead (04-06) p. 11
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A04 Dance Hall of the Dead (04-06) p. 72
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A04 Dance Hall of the Dead (04-06) p. 93
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A04 Dance Hall of the Dead (04-06) p. 113
A05 Listening Woman (02-13) p. 64
A05 Listening Woman (02-13) p. 70
A05 Listening Woman (02-13) p. 73
A05 Listening Woman (02-13) p. 94
A05 Listening Woman (02-13) p. 112
A05 Listening Woman (02-13) p. 116
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A05 Listening Woman (02-13) p. 172
A05 Listening Woman (02-13) p. 173
A05 Listening Woman (02-13) p. 221
A05 Listening Woman (02-13) p. 228
A06 People of Darkness (03-06) p. 27
A06 People of Darkness (03-06) p. 50
A06 People of Darkness (03-06) p. 98
A06 People of Darkness (03-06) p. 201
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References
Merriam-Webster Online
N.d. Ritual. http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ritual, accessed February 18,
2016.