Wicker Man

*The Wicker Man* refers to an ancient ritual practice where a large effigy of a human, called a wicker man, was constructed from woven branches and filled with sacrifices, often animals or humans, then burned as an offering to deities or for ritual purposes. Historically associated with Celtic or pagan traditions, the term has also been popularized by various films and stories. In modern contexts, it often symbolizes the themes of sacrifice, ritual, or the conflict between tradition and modernity. The concept underscores the importance of understanding historical rituals within their cultural settings.