Join your favorite witches, River, Skye, and Poppy, on a culinary journey through the divine realms! This week on Death Coven, we're exploring the fascinating world of foods associated with different deities.
Discover the symbolism behind offerings to The Morrigan, such as apples and milk, and delve into the underworld delicacies favored by Persephone and Hades, like pomegranates and quince. We'll even discuss the more shocking practices associated with Dionysus, including the ancient ritual of omophagy (live sacrifice).
Get ready for a mouthwatering exploration of the intersection between food, folklore, and faith. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!
***IF YOU WANT TO SKIP THE LIVE SACRIFICE PORTION SKIP 36:38-44:39!!***
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Rescources:
Dionysus-
The Rituals of Sparagmos and Omophagy in Tragedy, Romance, and Horror Genres by David S. Stymeist
https://mspace.lib.umanitoba.ca/bitstream/1993/19049/1/Stymeist_The_rituals.pdf
Koliva Recipe
https://www.hellenion.org/recipes/recipe-for-koliva/
The Morrigan-
Celtic Lore and Spellcraft of the Dark Goddess: Invoking The Morrigan by Stephanie Woodfield
Herbs: Medicine & Mysticism by Sybil Leek
Guinness: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guinness
Horses Drinking Beer: https://www.petmd.com/horse/can-horses-drink-beer
"The Taking of Connla": https://emeraldisle.ie/the-taking-of-connla
Persephone & Hades-
Pomegranates: Rich in History and Taste by Lorna J Sass
Quince: Myth, Magic, and Modern Devotion by Jamie Waggoner
Cooking Quince Made Easy: mycancalekitchen.com
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