medieval-religion: Scholarly discussions of medieval religion and culture
From: "George R. Hoelzeman" <[log in to unmask]>
> Didn't I hear something on National Public Radio just yesterday about
pigeon's having superstitious rituals?
> ;-))
> My point being is that, like Chris said, sentient beings seem to enjoy
ritualizing things, the more ordinary the original, the more ritualized it
seems to become.
well, "sentient beings" is setting a pretty low bar, George.
even for a middlevil discussion list.
and i don't recall saying that "sentient beings seem to enjoy ritualizing
things."
and i know nothing whatever about pigeons' rituals.
though, if you really think it's relevant to a proper understanding of 13th c.
Chartrain pilgrims' badges, i'm willing to learn.
c
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