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THERE IS A JEWISH CUSTOM THAT AFTER THE BRIDE AND GROOM
DRINK THE WINE DURING THE CEREMONY, THE GROOM THROWS
THE GLASS DOWN AND STEPS ON IT. THE NUMBER OF
PIECES THAT THE GLASS BREAKS INTO IS SAID TO BE THE
NUMBER OF YEARS OF HAPPINESS THEY WILL HAVE TOGETHER.

Where learned: MICHIGAN ; UNIVERSITY OF DETROIT ; DETROIT

Subject headings: CUSTOM FESTIVAL -- Marriage Stepping on wine glass

Date learned: 10-30-1970

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