They worship idols, and they are very cruel, for they eat human flesh.
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From 'The Travels of Marco Polo', describing people in Sumatra
c. 1300
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"They are a very backward people, and they have no knowledge of any useful arts or crafts."
Controversial"They are a very superstitious people, and they consult diviners and soothsayers in all their affairs."
Controversial"They have no pity or compassion, and they rejoice in the sufferings of others."
Controversial"These people are very fond of luxury, and they spend all their wealth on fine clothes and jewels."
Controversial"They have a custom that when a man dies, they burn his body, and then they gather his ashes and mix them with water, and drink them. And they say that by doing this, they will be reunited with their l…"
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