because they like it
Reclining on a couch.
When, where? Generally, Jewish table manners parallel those of non Jews in the same countries. In post Midieval Europe, Jews eat with knives and forks while sitting at tables. In most Arab lands, Jews ate and a few still eat sitting on the ornate rugs on the floor while using their fingers. In Roman and Persian times, Jews ate off of low tables while reclining on couches. The later part of Talmud Tractate Brachot testifies to this while discussing the appropriate mealtime prayers.
To cause or permit to lean, incline, rest, etc.; to place in a recumbent position; as, to recline the head on the hand., To lean or incline; as, to recline against a wall., To assume, or to be in, a recumbent position; as, to recline on a couch., Having a reclining posture; leaning; reclining.
head neck
Henry Moore's reclining figures often represent the universal themes of human form, nature, and the relationship between humanity and the environment. The reclining position suggests a sense of rest, contemplation, and tranquility. Moore's sculptures invite viewers to reflect on the human experience and our place in the world.
Jews who eat kosher will not eat snails since snails are not kosher. However, not all Jews eat according to the laws of kashrut, so some Jews do eat snails.
The Poet Reclining was created in 1915.
It looks like someone lying down, either fully down or leaning back/reclining. You could be lying on your side or on your back or sitting in a reclining position like in an easy chair. Ever see anyone riding a recumbent bicycle? See the links below for demonstrative pictures.
Observant Jews do not eat crayfish.
Orthodox Jews are only allowed to eat kosher foods.
Muslims and Jews don't eat pork. Muslims eat shellfish, but Jews don't.
"Adam spent a lot of his holiday reclining in a sun lounger" "Beth and Pete went shopping for a reclining chair" "At the care home, a lot of the residents sit in reclining chairs because they are comfortable for them" "Reclining chairs on planes allow you to sleep better"