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AT A POLISH WEDDING, THE BRIDE AND GROOM ARE SET IN THE
MIDDLE OF THE FLOOR, AND THE PEOPLE SURROUND THEM, WHILE
SINGING A CUSTOMARY SONG. WHILE THE BRIDE IS SITTING
ON THE GROOM'S LAP, SOMEONE WILL POUR WATER OR BEER
UNDER THEIR CHAIR. THIS IS A SYMBOL OF FERTILITY.

Where learned: MICHIGAN ; DETROIT

Subject headings: CUSTOM FESTIVAL -- Marriage Circle singing

Date learned: 03-17-1970

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