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When are masks worn?

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Anonymous

15y ago
Updated: 8/17/2019

Masks have a long history of use. They have been are worn as disguises in intrigue and the committing of crimes; for fun and entertainment, as at costume parties and masquerades; Mardi-gras; Halloween; & Japanese theatre; they are also worn for spiritual reasons when aspecting a god, goddess, spirit or elemental; and when performing in specific rites & rituals.

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