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In "Things Fall Apart," ancestors played a significant role in religion as they were believed to serve as intermediaries between the living and the gods. Ancestors were highly revered, with rituals and sacrifices performed to honor them and seek their guidance and blessings. Their spirits were considered powerful forces that could influence the welfare of the community.

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