Belarusians set extra plates at dinner to feast with the spirits of their ancestors
In an ancient tradition known as Dziady, Belarusians invite the ghosts of their ancestors to a silent ritual feast, bridging the gap between the living and the dead through shared food.
Belarusians observe Dziady, or Ancestors' Eve, by setting extra places at the dinner table for the spirits of their kin. This pre-Christian ritual involves preparing specific traditional dishes, such as kulyat, to nourish the souls who are believed to return to their homes on this night.
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