Sacrifices to the Gods

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The Odyssey

Sacrifices to the Gods

In The Odyssey, the "thighs" are always the part of the animal offered as a sacrifice to the Gods. Does anybody know why? Or, do you know where this originated or where I can find any information about it?

Asked by cynthia g #45058 on 9/15/2007 5:00 PM

Last updated by chelsea c #49370 on 11/26/2007 7:29 PM

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Answered by chris l #45162 on 9/17/2007 4:55 PM

thighs were thought to have generative powers

Answered by christine mariz a #48053 on 11/8/2007 3:56 AM

Answered by chelsea c #49370 on 11/26/2007 7:29 PM

i also agree with chris ...... it was a prop to give strength and power... it made the gods feel royal .

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