Belief in the afterlife is incorporated in myths and in funeral ceremonies. Religion enfolds the whole of life, there is no dichotomy between life and religion. Ancestors mediate between God and man. Belief in the efficacy of intercessory prayer is widespread. It is believed that sin harms the public good, hence there are periodical purification rites in order to promote public welfare.
Worship requires a fundamental attitude of strict discipline and reverence.
Ancestors and the dead are invoked by rites. The seasonal cycles and the stages of life are sanctified by ritual action. Ritual attention is given to crisis situations. The whole person, body and soul, is totally involved in worship. In worship and sacrifice there is co-responsibility each person contributes his share in a spirit of participation.