Sacred dance

in #dances7 years ago

Sacred dance encompasses all movement that expresses or enhances spiritual experiences. It may be a part of a worship service, a group experience or a private spiritual practice.

Some examples of sacred dance are:

Native American Ghost Dance
Classical Indian dance, Bharatanatyam, Odissi, Mohiniattam, and some others.
The whirling done by Whirling Dervishes.
The ecstatic dance of the Greek fire-walkers at the Anastenaria.
Liturgical or worship dance occurs as part of a liturgy or worship service.
Ritual dance is a type of sacred dance, like Gurdjieff movements.
(Sacred) Circle dance
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