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Why did the early epics contain repetitions and formulas for certain descriptions
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Why did the early epics contain repetitions and formulas for certain descriptions

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The formulas were part of the performance to allow the audience a moment to breathe while the singer could think about the next part of the story. These formulas for different aspects of culture such as greeting guests, eating meals, etc. 
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