It is obvious that the rave scene also relies heavily upon this feeling of community - the larger the group, the bigger the party. Here, however, the congregation seek group catharsis through movement. Although one is not aware of the others around them, they become aware of the entirety of the environment - of the movement . Individuality is sacrificed in order for the group to move forward. The surrounding nothingness propels the congregation into a cathartic state.
Exhaustion becomes exhilaration as pain metamorphoses into pleasure.
The traditional role of the priest has been to help interpret and teach religious experience or, in some cases, to guide people through a difficult time with calm, experienced hands. The D.J.'s role in the rave is very similar. D.J's are faceless, anonymous people who, from their dais, cry out their anthems and sermons to the waiting congregation. These D.J.'s, like the Christian priest in many traditions, carry great honour and respect. They are revered as the medium through which the group will discover joy.