Theoretical analysis defines holy objects through perceived holiness across human populations, suggesting distinction between deities and venerated entities.
Definition 1. A holy object is an object which another object feels holiness toward. A god is not equal to a hoy object. Some people feel holiness toward beautiful women or handsome men. Historically, some people feel holiness toward people who have white skin and worshipped them as a god.
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