Equator crossing or the line crossing ceremony is a centuries-old ritual to inaugurate seafarers who have never crossed the Equator, the imaginary line on the Earth's surface. Began with the Navy over 400 years ago, the tradition is aimed to let Equator-crossing virgins to prove they are worthy to make the transition. | Sea and Coast
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277K views · 3.1K reactions | TAG YOUR FRIENDS/ FAMILY TO SHOW THEM WHAT IT IS :) Male & Female Seafarers Equator Crossing Ceremony : Check this video of complete equator crossing ceremony performed by ship staff on one female and several other male sailors to certify them. This video was sent by Chief Eng. Veshevetski Send your "Life at Sea" Pics/ Videos to photos@marineinsight.com Download free eBooks for Seafarers: goo.gl/q8vvqq | Marine Insight | Facebook
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2.7K views · 56 reactions | The Equator crossing ceremony is a time honored tradition in the Maritime industry .It's fun and humorous to initiate a new crew member who is crossing the Equator for the first time. The Ritual. The ceremony often involves a playful trial'or baptism by king Neptune and his court ,which can include water splashing ,silly tasks or other lighthearted rituals . it's a 7 minute ceremony sit down and relax and enjoy  | Chef Nyari | Facebook
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The equator crossing ceremony is a long-standing tradition that marks a sailor's first crossing of the equator. But do you know what happens during the ceremony and why?Check out our video to find out. Follow www.marineinsight.com for more such maritime content. #equatorcrossingceremony #tradition #shipping #maritime #marineinsight #seafarer #sailing #seaman #lifeatsea #sealife #merchantnavy #merchantnavyship #sailor #merchantmarine #marinelife #marineindustry | Marine Insight
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