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Such a galla may be of a Christian, Moslem, Buddhist, or other established religion.
One modern interpretation of the myth of Cybele and Attis, is that Attis (after dying from loss of blood due to self-inflicted castration) is resurrected as "the adopted daughter" of Cybele.
Revival Gallae may seek to mark the passing of the festivals observed by the ancient galli, including Canna Intrat, Arbor Intrat, Dies Sanguinis, Hilaria, Requito, and Lavatio (all reflect the myth of Attis's death and resurrection).
Romans were horrified at the frenzy in which the gallae behaved, and by their self-emasculations.
Initially the Gallae were confined to temple grounds, though later they were allowed to roam city streets with other followers.
The early christians were determined to destroy the cult and St Augustine condemns Her as a "demon" and a "monster" and the Gallae were "madmen" and "castrated perverts" (hardly an unbiased opinion).
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