One of the ways we can puzzle out how the Minoans practiced their religion is by looking at their art. Much of their art - frescoes, seal stones and rings, carved vases - contains ritual scenes that give us a glimpse into their spiritual life. And some of the most famous frescoes are from the Minoan town of Akrotiri on the island of Santorini (it was called Thera in the ancient world).
One of the buildings in Akrotiri, called Xeste 3, appears to have been a ritual building where coming-of-age rites were held for girls and boys. How do we know that's what happened there? The frescoes show us!
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Thank you! I'm doing my best to bring the world of the ancient Minoans to life for modern people. :-)
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Fascinating. I really enjoyed this piece.