Bread and Salt Hospitality Symbol Ceremonial Towel

This is a traditional table runner, which says "Bread & Salt" - a phrase emphasizing the welcoming of a new couple into a new family, or welcoming home a relative! The combination of bread and salt among all Slavic peoples played the role of a capacious symbol: bread personifies wealth and prosperity, and salt protects from hostile forces and spells. The Russians at the beginning and at the end of dinner were advised to eat a piece of bread with salt for happiness. Treating guests with bread and salt established a friendly and trusting relationship between them and the host; refusal from them was regarded as an insulting gesture.

• QUALITY, DURABLE: Our Ceremonial Towels (also called Rushnyk), are made of cotton and linen so they perfectly absorb moisture. They are strong and durable and are perfect to use for special occasions as well as for all your every day kitchen needs
• CARE INSTRUCTION: Washing Machine safe. Wash in cool water, separate from light textiles. Tumble dry low (delicate cycle).
• VALUE FOR MONEY: Ceremonial Towels offer excellent value for money
• GREAT GIFT: Our Rushnyks make excellent newlywed gifts and housewarming gifts for new homes