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There are many items testifying to religious or ritual activity in the rich archaeological material of the Nordic Bronze Age (1700-500 BCE).

The large and varied imagery on bronze objects and rocks is unique in a European context. Furthermore, cultic buildings, burials and offerings, objects such as lurs, large axes and horned helmets must be understood as sacred objects or ritual gear. Rock carvings depict these objects in use.

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Source: Bredholt Christensen Lisbeth, Hammer Olav, Warburton David. The Handbook of Religions in Ancient Europe. Acumen,2013. — 456 p.. 2013

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