Human Sacrifice

+**Human Sacrifice**

+Human sacrifice is the [ritual](/wiki/ritual) killing of one or more human beings as part of a religious practice, often as an offering to a [deity](/wiki/deity) or supernatural power. Historically, this solemn act was practiced by many diverse cultures worldwide, often intended to appease gods, ensure bountiful harvests, or consecrate significant events.

+## See also

+- [Religion](/wiki/religion)

+- [Mythology](/wiki/mythology)