: the bell used to ring in emergencies, such as a fire. The people of Ehmej cooperated together to stop any threat from invading the town. During weddings and celebrations, an invitation used to be sent to the people at the church’s door, and everyone used to consider themselves as guest. After the wedding, people used to gather at the groom’s house to celebrate. According to tradition, the groom carries his bride to stick a paste on the house’s sill. The paste contains a piece of coin, a grain of wheat, and a blue pearl. It was a symbol confirming that the bride will make sure she keeps her family safe. Many days after the wedding, the bride’s parents in-law used to revisit her own parents, as a symbol of friendship. During funerals, they used not to bury the deceased until three days have passed after death. The villagers used to stay at the body’s side to help the deceased parents take a rest.  According to traditions, food was prepared for the people coming from far places. After the funerals, a table used to be set to welcome visitors on every occasion