Ancient Greeks made offerings to sanctuaries for a variety of reasons, such as to seek favor with the gods, give thanks for blessings received, or ask for assistance in a time of need. The types of offerings varied, but they generally fell into these categories: Animal Sacrifices: This was the most common type of offering made at ancient Greek sanctuaries. Animals such as sheep, goats, cows, and pigs were sacrificed, and their meat was usually...
