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Religious Syncretism – The blending of different religious traditions, seen in artifacts and architecture.

Myth and Cosmology – How religious beliefs about creation and the universe are reflected in material culture.

Totemism – The association of spiritual significance with animals, plants, or objects.

Animism – The belief that natural objects and ancestors possess spiritual power, often reflected in archaeological findings.

Iconography – The visual representation of religious themes in art and architecture.

Pilgrimage Sites – Locations visited for religious reasons, such as Mecca or Stonehenge.

Temple Architecture – The study of religious structures and their construction methods.

Burial Practices – The study of tombs, cemeteries, and funerary customs.

Ritual Artifacts – Objects used in religious ceremonies, including altars, idols, and offering vessels.

Sacred Spaces – Areas designated for religious activities, such as temples, churches, and mosques.