What do the masks mean in Sri Lankan devil dances.
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Anthony C.•185 rep•137
I saw pictures of incredible wooden masks. What spirits do they represent in the culture.
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The vibrant wooden masks used in Low Country devil dances represent various spirits and diseases. These ancient rituals were traditionally performed by shamans to exorcise demons and physically heal illnesses affecting the local villagers.
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Nuwan D.•9610 rep•113
For example, the famous Raksha masks depict terrifying demons with bulging eyes and fangs, which are used specifically in energetic dances meant to drive away evil spirits and bad luck from a household.
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