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What's with the web site name? My ancestors came from Russia so I have learned some Russian and enjoy many Russian traditions. The terminology, "Bread and salt" was used when visitors arrived at homes with round loaves of bread with a salt cellar on top.

In general, the word "bread" is associated in Russian culture with hospitality, bread being the most respected food, whereas salt is associated with long friendship, as expressed in a Russian saying "to eat a pound of salt (together with someone)". Also historically the Russian Empire had a high salt tax that made salt a very expensive and prized commodity.

Beggars would also use the terminology as they went door to door looking for a kind heart. We all need to spread a little bread and salt in this world, sharing our wealth, and helping to make the world a better place.