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NEPALESE CUSTOM
A PERSON CAN STILL PARTICIPATE IN THE CELEBRATION OF A
HOMELAND FEAST, EVEN THOUGH AWAY FROM HOME, BY PUTTING
A PETAL OF THE FLOWER USED IN THE CELEBRATION (SENT TO
HIM FROM HOME) IN HIS HAIR.
Submitter comment:
SOURCE HAD A PIECE OF FLOWER USED IN A HINDU FEAST ON
BROTHERS' DAY.
Where learned: MICHIGAN ; DETROIT
Subject headings: | CUSTOM FESTIVAL -- Typical Elements of a Festive Pattern |
Date learned: 11-04-1968