why isn't the use of the bidet more widespread?

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I think the question is more 'why do some cultures wash, and others wipe'. I believe the answer is mostly to do with religion, and it's laws on cleanliness.
- Also economy in general. Some places are famous for not affording toilets or plumbing to begin with. A bidet is out of the question.
  
  There are many places where washing is traditional, well before there were bidets. A small jug of water would be used. As I said, I think the more pertinent question is 'wash or wipe?'.
- I mean, you don't do this OR that. You should do both

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