Unique Wedding Ceremonies Around the World: Have You Heard of Russia's "Bread and Salt Ceremony"?

I Want to Learn More About Overseas Wedding Ceremonies♡

Nowadays, common elements like the first meet, flower shower, and cake cutting…

All of these performances are traditional elements from overseas weddings that have been brought to and established in Japan.

Moreover, the recently popular dozen roses ceremony and wine box ceremony are also customs that have been passed down from abroad♡

As you can see, there are still many wedding performances from overseas that are not widely known.

A Classic Russian Wedding Ceremony! What is the "Bread and Salt Ceremony"?

This time, we are introducing the "Bread and Salt Ceremony," which is not widely known among overseas wedding performances.

It is a ritual that has been passed down in Russia for a long time.

To explain it in brief, it involves the newlyweds feeding each other bread that is generously sprinkled with salt.

It might be similar to imagining a first bite where bread is used instead of cake.

Bread generously sprinkled with salt. Just imagining it sounds salty!

This ceremony carries the meanings of:

"May this be the last bitterness in life."

"To share the difficulties in life and promise to always support each other."

It's filled with such meanings♡

Additionally, it is said that whoever can eat the most bread can become the head of the household.

It is a wonderful performance where there is delightful laughter as the newlyweds, impressed by the meaning of the ceremony, stuff their cheeks with bread♡

In Russia, the couple themselves sprinkles the salt, but if it is incorporated as entertainment during the reception or after-party, having guests sprinkle salt might add to the excitement.

The unique "Bread and Salt Ceremony" in Russia. What reason led to its origin?

What is the Origin of the Bread and Salt Ceremony?

In ancient Russia, "bread" and "salt" were considered symbols of wealth and health.

When hosting important guests, it was customary to serve a large round loaf of bread together with salt.

Even today, in Russian diplomacy, women in traditional attire welcome guests with round loaves of bread topped with salt on a towel.

Presidents from various countries and soccer players who visited Moscow for the World Cup have also received this warm welcome.

Bread and salt were essential foods for celebratory occasions and hospitality.

This has established them as elements of wedding ceremonies♡

The World is Full of Rare and Interesting Performances♡

We have introduced the traditional Russian wedding ceremony, the Bread and Salt Ceremony.

It seems like it would be a lively addition to a public ceremony or entertainment at the reception♡

There are still many rare and interesting performances in overseas countries.

By using these as references, you can create a fun and original wedding♡