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September 10, 2025Мәдени мұра

On the Role of Mirrors in the Funeral Rites of the Scythian-Sarmatian Era

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ТКТ. М. Кузнецова

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Overview

Analysis reveals the significance of mirrors in funeral rites, suggesting their role in magical practices and rituals in Scythian-Sarmatian culture.

Key Points

  • Mirrors were significant in funeral rites, reflecting the owner's soul and serving as magical items.
  • Archaeological evidence shows that bronze mirrors were often found in Scythian and Sarmatian burials.
  • The study utilizes ethnographic and archaeological sources to analyze the cultural practices involving mirrors.
  • Interpretation of mirrors’ magical roles necessitates caution, considering the complexity and historical context of ancient practices.

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Т. М. Кузнецова (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c1c9d254b1d3bfb60f2dbahttps://doi.org/10.47500/2025.v22.i2.03
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