“No one is greater than bread!” – this old proverb of ours clearly shows the attitude of our people towards bread. It, bread, is not perceived only as food, but as something much more sacred. There is written evidence that bread and wine have been revered in our lands since ancient times. Even in …
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From "Once upon a time - manners and worldview of the Bulgarians" Family customs and rites mark the most important moments of human life. "One is born once, married once and dies once," says the popular saying. Each of the rites and rituals associated with birth, marriage and death are similar. The first element is preparation, the second is initiation and passage...
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From "Once upon a time - manners and worldview of the Bulgarians" It was believed that when the young man carols and the girl lazaroves, they are already ready for marriage and starting a family. Contrary to expectations, Bulgarian maidens and bachelors had the freedom to see each other, to choose each other, to appreciate each other. People on holidays, meetings, gatherings are...
