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EDIBLE SLAVIC MAGIC
A sacred bread infused with magical symbols of love, prosperity, health and protection from evil.
In Ukrainian culture, bread is sacred. And a 'korovai' is especially believed to hold magical powers by kneading the bread during rituals of dance and song. Ornate edible nature-based symbols are hand-pressed and sculpted out of dough to offer to a newly wedded couple, serve as a greeting to guests upon entering a Ukrainian home, or be used in a Ukrainian welcome dance called, 'Pryvit'.
Sacred Traditions
The decorations for each bread are also unique and meaningful, and hold great importance to the offering.
Branches - love and happiness
Wheat - family prosperity
Flowers & Leaves - beauty
Grapes - wealth and health
Stork - happy life
Pair of Doves - unity
Braids - strong connection
Salt - protection from evil
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