What is the meaning of the word Skal

What is the meaning of the word Skal ?

The word SKÅL has its origin in Skandinavia. In good old times SKÅL was a greeting up North, which was shouted at the entering stranger by simultaneous presentation of the SKÅL, the bowl with the welcome drink, as a sign of friendship.

Nowadays it it the toast every time Skalleagues meet.

The single letters of the word SKÅL have corresponding to this background the following meaning :

Sundheit

Kärlek

Åruger

Lycka

for Good Health

for Friendship

for Long Life

for Happiness

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