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Ever wonder why people kiss?
It’s not just a passing phenomenon.
MSN Lifestyle reports that “90-some percent of all human cultures throughout history have engaged in some form of kissing behavior.”
Vedic Sanskrit texts that date back 3500 years mention kissing.
The Bible’s “Song of Songs,” circa 900 B.C., prominently features this lip-locking practice.
Science has theorized that kissing couples subconsciously seek “information that may affect the course of their lives.” Researchers have found that kissing transmits information about the immune system and genetic makeup of an individual.
Perhaps that is why humans are not the only ones to engage in outright kissing or “kiss-like behavior.” Bonobos
“kiss often and passionately.” Wolves
“lick faces.” Birds commonly make “facial contact” with one another.
The kiss remains an important part of wedding ceremonies. Back in
Roman times, kisses were used to legally seal contracts. The marriage contract was one such kissable deal.
For the ancient Greeks, “X” symbolized Christ. People back then would often kiss the written “X” to show their devotion.
“X” therefore became closely associated with kisses, and is now often used to sign off on cards and e-mails.
Resources
http://www.msn.com/en-us/lifestyle/relationships/20-things-you-never-knew-about-kissing/ss-AA3gtBD#image=1
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