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The Ritual Makes the World

The Ritual Makes the World

How Cultural Rites Anchor Fantasy in Meaning, Memory, and Magic

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In real-world cultures, rituals are more than ceremonies. They’re how we shape time, transmit meaning, and anchor identity. Rituals tell us who we are, and just as crucially, who we’re expected to become.

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