: Re: how can I portray a culture that practices human sacrifice as not being uncivilized? In our world, we consider human life to be precious and valuable. It is meant to be preserved, and a deliberate

Portraying the positive attitude of the sacrificial being, as well as which details of the sacrifice to share is an excellent method.
If the people themselves are eager for the honor, that puts a whole different spin on it. Show their desire to be the chosen one in their thoughts, feelings, words, and actions. Portray the positive emotions, reasons, and reactions.
The exact method of being sacrificed will also make a difference. If it is described with blood and gore and horror type elements, it will come across one way... but if they lay down on a bed of flowers and pass away peacefully, that's a whole different look and feel.
Furthermore, if the God or Gods in question are real and receive the person up in glory, especially if the divine event has manifestations that are visible and audible to an audience, this should further affect the tone and reception of your concept.

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