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Understanding Inca Sacrifice of Children
The Inca sacrificial ritual of children is discussed with an emphasis on the beliefs and cultural significance surrounding it. It is important to be open to learning about other cultures and their beliefs, especially those from a different time period.
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Exploring the Incas' beliefs and justifications for sacrificing children, the podcast highlights the importance of understanding other cultures.
43:27 - 48:39 (05:11)
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Exploring the Incas' beliefs and justifications for sacrificing children, the podcast highlights the importance of understanding other cultures. It is difficult to comprehend, but being open to learning is key to understanding historical practices and beliefs.
ChapterUnderstanding Inca Sacrifice of Children
Episode143: The Chosen Ones. Llullaillaco National Park.
PodcastNational Park After Dark
The speaker hesitates to discuss a sensitive subject due to personal lack of understanding, but also feels compelled to share their interest and knowledge.
48:39 - 50:42 (02:02)
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The speaker hesitates to discuss a sensitive subject due to personal lack of understanding, but also feels compelled to share their interest and knowledge. The speaker gives an anecdote about a young boy who escaped a sacrificial burial ritual.
ChapterUnderstanding Inca Sacrifice of Children
Episode143: The Chosen Ones. Llullaillaco National Park.
PodcastNational Park After Dark
La Dansella was one of the chosen women or wives of the Inca, selected at a young age and trained for different roles.
50:42 - 52:55 (02:13)
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La Dansella was one of the chosen women or wives of the Inca, selected at a young age and trained for different roles. A recent DNA and chemical study of her remains provided insights into her life, including her selection for sacrifice in the Capachoca ritual at the age of around 10.