From Shabbat, the 3’300 year old Jewish ritual, to the celebration of Hallowe’en which originated in the mid 1800’s, traditions have been a part of human behaviour and society since the early ages. Although often considered as principal pieces of cultures and history to be treated and preserved with the utmost respect, not all customs are beneficial to the lives of those involved; moreover, the true roots of a great deal of said practices are consigned to oblivion, and modern performances are carried out merely in mimicry of preceding generations. Dr. Mike Parker-Pearson’s “The Practice of Human Sacrifice” explores various ancient cases of immolation within civilizations, as well as the encompassing supernatural beliefs, including but not limited
