James Callow Folklore Archive
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The James T. Callow Folklore Archive
BIRTH--DEATH BELIEF
IT IS A RUSSIAN BELIEF THAT YOU SHOULD CRY AT A BIRTH SINCE
THE BORN IS ENTERING THIS HELL WHILE YOU SHOULD REJOICE
AT DEATH SINCE THE DECEASED IS HEADING FOR A BETTER LIFE.
Data entry tech comment:
Informant and collector share same surname.
Where learned: NEW JERSEY
| Subject headings: | BELIEF -- Birth BELIEF -- Death Funeral Burial |
Date learned: 00001950S