A. Sutherland – AncientPages.com – The forest is usually a peaceful escape from the noise of the human world, but in myths and legends, this place has long symbolized human fear.
Countless stories feature evil forest demons, and groves and woods carry many symbolic meanings, sometimes viewed as places of evil. Forests were long believed to be the first places dedicated to the gods, where sacrifices were performed. At the same time, people hung offerings from trees to appease deities dwelling in the forest and prevent their anger or punishment.
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