Martyrdom of St. Dasius, [308] sqq.

Mascal or Festival of the Cross in Abyssinia, [133] sq.

Mashti, supposed name of Elamite goddess, [366] sq.

Mask, two-faced, worn by image of goddess, [287].

See also [Masks]

Masked dances and ceremonies of savages, [374] sqq.;

to promote fertility, [236]

Maskers in the Tyrol and Salzburg, [242] sqq.;

as bestowers of fertility, [249];

supposed to be inspired by the spirits whom they represent, [380], [382], [383]