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one group that immediately springs to mind is the cult of Vesta. the vestal virgins are famous for their celibacy while in service to Vesta, as loss of virginity was swiftly followed by loss of life.
What else can I help you with?
Use the word abstinence in a sentence?
The engaged couple practiced abstinence before the were married.
Is ancient Egyptian religion still practiced today?
Yes, ancient Egyptian religion is not widely practiced today. The majority of modern Egyptians are Muslim, with a small Christian minority. However, there are some individuals and groups who still follow aspects of ancient Egyptian religious beliefs and practices.
What religions did knights and samurai practice?
Samurai practiced ancient shintoism.They also practiced a form of Buddhism knownas Zen.
What was ancient Kushite religion?
They practiced the ancient Egyptian religion.
What are the types of sexual abstinence?
The most common meaning of abstinence is that a person keeps him- or herself from having sexual activities. This is done as a form of birth control or for a form of pleasure. Other types are the fasting (less/no intake of food), abstaining from alcohol (various reasons such as religion or own beliefs) and smoking.
What was the most practiced religion in ancient India?
Hinduism is the most practiced religion. It has been prevalent from the start.
Who were the ancient civilizations that practiced cannibalism?
Several ancient civilizations practiced cannibalism, including the Aztecs, who are often cited for ritualistic cannibalism involving human sacrifices as offerings to their gods. The Māori of New Zealand also engaged in cannibalism, particularly during tribal warfare. Additionally, some archaeological evidence suggests that certain groups in prehistoric Europe and the Americas may have practiced cannibalism for various reasons, including survival and ritualistic purposes.
What ancient city practiced representative democracy?
Athens did.
Judaism is the monotheistic faith first practiced by the ancient?
Israelites.
How was social mobility practiced in ancient China?
Yes, but I will not say why. :)
What civilizations practiced Zoroastrianism?
many including the ancient persians
When did Greek mythology cease to be widely believed and practiced in ancient Greece?
Greek mythology ceased to be widely believed and practiced in ancient Greece with the rise of Christianity in the 4th century AD.
