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The History of Pre-Wedding Rituals
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Pre-wedding rituals have been a part of many cultures since the advent of marriage, with traditions including practical jokes and indulging in drinks. The United States joined in on the trend in the 19th century, but some old tricks such as using manure have lost their effectiveness.
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There are a long history and multiple cultures of pre-wedding rituals like the mikveh in Jewish tradition, celebrating virgin nights in Sweden, and sacrificing things to the gods in Ancient Greece.
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There are a long history and multiple cultures of pre-wedding rituals like the mikveh in Jewish tradition, celebrating virgin nights in Sweden, and sacrificing things to the gods in Ancient Greece. Bachelor and bachelorette parties usually occur the night before the wedding but should be avoided as they can lead to being hungover on the big day.
ChapterThe History of Pre-Wedding Rituals
EpisodeThe Sordid History of Bachelor/Bachelorette Parties
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In the 19th century, farming communities in the US marked a rite of passage by taking people out for beer, playing practical jokes on them, and sometimes even tar and feathering them.
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In the 19th century, farming communities in the US marked a rite of passage by taking people out for beer, playing practical jokes on them, and sometimes even tar and feathering them. Manure was not a popular choice for practical jokes because people were used to the smell, but it was nonetheless a popular practice.