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460 “blessing” (a candle); hops thrown over her by woman [in fur coat, worn inside out]. 14. Bride introduced to stove; mother-in-law gives her pure. 15. Guests eat and drink; bride carried out and shoved into nuptial outhouse [with the words, “Here, wolf, is a lamb for thee”]; bridesmaid brings in omelette and spirits; couple left alone for half-an-hour. 16. Couple brought back to common room, and offer spirits to guests [bride bows to ground and requires each to bless her].

Wedding-day (Moksha). § 7a.—1. Assembly at bridegroom’s of his relations. 2. Prayer to Shkai. 3. Bridegroom cuts off “god’s portion” for fire-god. 4. Father blesses son [with loaf, salt, omelette, and picture]. 5. Start for bride’s home [bridegroom stays at home, and hides]. 6. Prayer to the gates, and imprecations against evil spirits. 7. Received at bride’s with insulting songs; gates