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Bread is regarded as the most basic foodstuff. In the Talmud, a meal (requiring a blessing to be recited) is defined by the consumption of a piece of bread larger than an olive. There are several traditions that place bread and salt together: 1) It is an imitation of Temple ritual, where offerings were prepared with salt.
2) It refers to Genesis 3:19, which says "By the sweat of your brow, shall you get bread to eat"; salt is representative of the sweat.
3) Bread and salt are regarded as a natural pair because the Hebrew words *lechem* (bread) and *malach* (salt) are both spelled from the same three letters.
By bringing bread and salt to a new home, one is making it possible for the people who have just moved to sustain themselves. Written by Amy W. Helfman, Judaica Librarian, HUC-JIR, New York
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What is the custom of bringing bread salt and a new broom to a new house for?
AnswerIt is an old Jewish tradition to give salt, bread and a broom when someone moves into a new home as a housewarming gift. Salt is to season your life, the bread is so you will not go hungry, and the broom is to sweep your troubles or sorrows away. Sugar may be added to sweeten your life. The Italian also had a similar tradition but added holy water for blessing in life.
How do you circumcise at home?
Not by a doctor. In Jewish tradition a mohel can do it at home.
Who participates in shabbat?
All Jews; at least those who maintain their tradition.
Why Italian custom bring bread salt and oil to a new home?
The custom of bringing gifts to new home goes back centuries in many different cultures. The gift of bread signifies that, "You will never go hungry." The salt is for good luck and the oil represents health, and light.
When was Bringing Mary Home created?
Bringing Mary Home was created in 1966.
In one of the last scenes of Ben Hur as Judah is about to enter his home he takes time to fix something broken on the wall what is he fixing and why did Wyler put that scene in?
There is a Jewish tradition of touching something mounted near a doorway before entering a Jewish home. That may be what he is doing.
When was The Jewish Home created?
The Jewish Home was created in 2008.
What are the ratings and certificates for Bringing it Home to Him - 1914?
Bringing it Home to Him - 1914 is rated/received certificates of: UK:U
What is the name for the french bread delivery box in front of a Tahitian residence?
The French bread delivery box in front of a Tahitian residence is called a "pain de campagne." These boxes are typically used to hold fresh bread delivered daily, reflecting the local tradition of daily bread deliveries. They serve both a practical purpose and a decorative element in the home.
What actors and actresses appeared in Bringing It Home - 2013?
The cast of Bringing It Home - 2013 includes: Philip Powell
When was Bringing It All Back Home created?
Bringing It All Back Home was created on 15-01-13.
When did Operation Bringing Home the Goods happen?
Operation Bringing Home the Goods happened on 2006-03-14.
