Nevertheless, while I may not have completely understood what Holy Communion was all about, Catholicism did allow me to see the nuances in cannibalism. Eating the flesh of another human being, I understood, might not always be a really, really bad thing to do. If you were a good Catholic, you had some every Sunday.
In the book "Getting Stoned with Savages" by J. Maarten Troost, the author reflects on his experiences with Catholicism and the concept of Holy Communion. He admits that while he did not fully grasp the deeper meanings of the ritual, it opened his mind to the complexities surrounding the idea of cannibalism. This perspective suggests that consuming the flesh of another person could potentially transcend a negative connotation in certain contexts.
Troost highlights that for devoted Catholics, partaking in Communion—a ritual that symbolically involves consuming flesh—occurs weekly. This leads him to reconsider the notion of cannibalism, questioning its morality when framed within religious practices. His insights reveal a nuanced approach to morality and cultural differences, illustrating how beliefs can redefine common perceptions.
