In order to symbolize harmony and plenty, rituals usually included group feasts during which participants shared food prepared from the season's first harvest. At altars devoted to the Rummy Deity, offewizard slotsrings of grains, fruits, and flowers were also made as a token of respect for the heavenly powers that tended their crops. The Rummy Deity's rites included aspects of cultural expression and community building in addition to agricultural practices. These ceremonies included storytelling, dance, and music, all of which helped participants strengthen their social bonds and connect with their heritage.
