Assembling ritual, the burden of the everyday: an exercise in relational ontology in Quebrada de Humahuaca, Argentina

Ritual practices in Quebrada de Humahuaca, Argentina, are not isolated from everyday life but are deeply embedded within social performance and relational ontology. This challenges traditional dualistic views that separate ritual from common activities. The study employs a relational approach to ritual, emphasizing its role in social structures and bridging the gap between the sacred and the mundane. By analyzing contemporary archaeological contexts, it argues that ritual is an integral part of how societies perform and maintain their identities.

Angelo, D. (2014). Assembling ritual, the burden of the everyday: an exercise in relational ontology in Quebrada de Humahuaca, Argentina. World Archaeology, 46(2), 270–287. https://doi.org/10.1080/00438243.2014.891948