CHAPTER II. Hoddentin, the pollen of the tule, the

sacrificial powder of the Apache; with remarks upon sacred powders and offerings in general 499

The "kunque" of the Zuñi and others 507

Use of the pollen by the Israelites and Egyptians 517

Hoddentin a prehistoric food 518

Hoddentin the yiauhtli of the Aztecs 521

"Bledos" of ancient writers--its meaning 522

Tzoalli 523

General use of the powder among Indians 528

Analogues of hoddentin 530

The down of birds in ceremonial observances 533

Hair powder 535

Dust from churches--its use 537

Clay-eating 537

Prehistoric foods used in covenants 540

Sacred breads and cakes 541

Unleavened bread 543

The hot cross buns of Good Friday 544

Galena 548