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1. What is the sacred grass in "The Hymn of Man" and what is it used for?

The "sacred grass" in "The Hymn of Man" is a mixture of special grasses. The grasses are strewn upon the ground for the gods to sit upon.

2. What is the function of the enclosing-sticks in "The Hymn of Man" as opposed to the fuel-sticks?

The function of the "enclosing-sticks" in "The Hymn of Man" is to keep the sacrificial fire from spreading. They are made of green twigs. The fuel-sticks are seasoned wood used for kindling.

3. What are the first ritual laws called, and what is their purpose?

The first ritual laws are called dharmas. Their purpose is to set a standard for behavior during the first sacrifice that would be followed from then on.

4. In "The Creation of the Sacrifice", what is the significance of weaving?

In "The Creation of the Sacrifice", the significance of weaving is to tell the story of the sacrifice itself. The Man (Parusa) spreads the cloth over the dome of the sky.

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