Performed on the eve of Yom Kippur, kapparot traditionally involved this action.
This action is not necessary when performing Hajj al-Ifrad, but during Hajj al-Tamattu this action is performed after the stoning of the devil. This action is performed in the Vedic kingship ceremony, ashvamedha, before the queen simulates copulation with a horse while others recite obscenities. Performed on the eve of Yom Kippur, kapparot traditionally involved this action. A Greek variety of this practice was a hecatomb. For 10 points, name that practice that sees the offering of a ritual slaughter.
This action is not necessary when performing Hajj al-Ifrad, but during Hajj al-Tamattu this action is performed after the stoning of the devil.
animal {sacrifice} [accept word forms; accept answers that mention specific animals but NOT humans; prompt on “slaughter” and “offering” before “offering” is read]