Celebrating New Beginnings: Global Traditions of the New Year. by Shalna Omaye - HTML preview

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Eating Lentil Soup in Italy

A Symbol of Abundance and Prosperity

Eating a hearty bowl of lentil soup on New Year's Day is a custom in Italy. Lentils resemble coins, symbolizing wealth and abundance for the new year.