So, just about every culture practices some form of ancestor veneration. Everything from researching genealogy, building shrines to their ancestors, to just decorating graves, it's all a type of veneration. The extent in which people do this depends on the culture, religion, and family traditions.
In Heathenry, ancestor veneration is central. What, exactly, "veneration" means varies by person, but just about every Heathen does something to honor their ancestors. Some people use the term "worship" to describe their dealings, and some people abhor the term because, from my understanding, it puts...
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