Food In Ancient Civilization

In early civilizations, food was used as unofficial currency. It was used to trade, pay wages, and taxes. Then was used for elites activities. Food was also had a religious purpose. The Incas believed the gods were a divine source for providing them with sustenance and for keeping them safe. In return, rulers were sacrificed to give back its divine source. The Maya believed maize was the flesh of the gods; so when they ate it, they thought they, were taking in the gods divinity. Food and humans were sacrificed, or given up, in order for the divinity to be returned. Some civilizations have an annual maize harvest on August 10 to celebrate their victory over the earth. Food had many purposes.