Across cultures and in different eras, many things have been considered ______________, including invisible gods, spirits, specific animals or trees, altars, crosses, holy books, and special words or songs that only the initiated could speak or sing.

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The word "sacred" refers to something that is regarded as holy or deserving of reverence, which fits with the examples listed in the sentence such as gods, spirits, and holy books. The other options do not fully capture the idea of something being revered or worthy of religious devotion. "Magical" implies the use of supernatural forces for personal gain, "profane" refers to something that is not holy or is disrespectful, and "spiritual" refers to a broader sense of connectiveness to the non-physical world.

Across Cultures and in Different Eras, Many Things Have Been