maa6禡祃
Jyutpingmaa6
Yalemah
Definition
An ancient sacrificial ritual performed by troops at their camp before going into battle.
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How it's used
This term is strictly confined to historical or literary contexts regarding ancient military customs. It refers specifically to the ritual performed at the site where troops were stationed before a battle. You will almost never encounter this in modern daily speech unless discussing history or classical literature.
Examples
In ancient times, armies would hold a sacrifice ceremony before setting out on a campaign.
Are they preparing to hold a sacrifice to the god of war?
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with general terms for worship like 拜神, but 禡 is highly specific to military contexts and ancient rituals rather than personal or religious devotion.
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