"The neighbors want to know, “Who will give mukhagni?” — only menfolk are allowed to go with the dead to the cremation grounds. Only sons or designated male family members are allowed to light the pyre, mukhagni (adding fire to the mouth of the dead). Women are second-class, not permitted. Women are to bear children … Continue reading Remembering Boro Mashi
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Immortality Potions
"Poisoned potions of immortality caused the death of up to seven Chinese emperors – the last less than three centuries ago."-"Death by immortality potion." The Generalist Academy. May 4, 2021. It occurs to me that the modern equivalent of the immortality potion is nutritional supplements, which offers extended or healthier life but are more likely … Continue reading Immortality Potions
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