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Mode of Washing Hands |
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In ancient times in the East, there were no forks and knives so it is necessary to wash hands before every meal. | |
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Persians Reclining at Table |
The custom of having dinner bed was not known but Persians usually have the credit for it. | |
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Preparation for a Royal Meal |
Servants carrying fruit, hares, partridges, spitted grasshoppers and onions in preparation for the royal meal. | |
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Royal Meal |
Slaves carrying fruits in preparation for the royal meal. | |
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Reclining at Table |
Reclining at table. | |
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Washing of Hands |
The washing of hands before and after meal. | |
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King Feasting |
Illustration of a king feasting, from Koyunjic. |