The mystery of how pig domestication began in each area of the world still goes unsolved (did they begin in one area? How did the idea spread?). However, it is known that Southeast Asia was a very important center for these animals. Studies show that eating pork in this area of the world was ritualized. In Egypt, the pig was often associated with an evil god. Some think that Egyptians would use the pigs as bait to divert his evil spirit away from their homes. Religious ideas and practices similar to these have been found in many areas around these parts of the world. Clearly, the pig was an important part of several civilizations.
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