In The Odyssey, the "thighs" are always the part of the animal offered as a sacrifice to the Gods. Does anybody know why? Or, do you know where this originated or where I can find any information about it?
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Sacrifices to the Gods
thighs were thought to have generative powers
yah... i agree with chris..thigh is claimed a source of power..
i also agree with chris ...... it was a prop to give strength and power... it made the gods feel royal .
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