Fascinating wedding customs and traditions : Marriage is not just between two people, it is an alliance of two families. In Indian tradition, marriage is seen as a family and social celebration. At the same time, different traditions and customs regarding marriage are followed all over the world. These traditions vary across cultures and religions, but their purpose is the same..to unite families and give social recognition to new relationships.
The various rituals and traditions performed during a wedding are not just to follow cultural traditions but also have deep meanings and purposes behind them. These rituals prepare the bride and groom and their families for a new journey. She blesses the new couple and makes their relationship acceptable before God as per the society and religious beliefs. That is why different traditions are followed in different places and religions.
In Hindu religion, there are many rituals during marriage where there is laughter and banter. Be it the ritual of finding a ring in a dish, stealing shoes or blocking a door. The objective behind all this is to bring two new people and two new families closer to each other and make them comfortable. Similarly, many unique traditions and rituals are followed during marriage in different parts of the world and religions. Today we are going to tell you about some such unique marriage rituals.
1. Philippines: At Philippine weddings, the bride and groom release a pair of white doves into the sky. These pigeons are considered a symbol of peace and harmony and wish to bring goodwill in the life of the new couple.
2. Finland : It is very fun to play the role of a bride in weddings here. Before the wedding, in a unique ritual called Mrs. Bucket, a crown is placed on the bride's head and her friends stage a mock wedding. This ritual is done to show whose turn it will be to become the bride.
3. China : There is an interesting tradition in the Tujia community here under which the bride cries for an hour every day before the marriage. This tradition starts a month before the wedding. Gradually her mother and other women also cry with her. It is considered a cultural way of expressing gratitude for the happiness that comes after marriage. This ritual is performed to express happiness and satisfaction and is considered like a cultural song.
4. Germany : Log sawing is a famous ritual in Germany. After the wedding ceremony, the couple cuts a large wooden log together with a saw. It symbolizes the strength of their partnership and cooperation which is seen as a determination to overcome the challenges of married life together.
5. Scotland : There is a fun ritual called Blackening of the Bride, in which the bride and sometimes the groom are also covered with black liquids, food and garbage. This ritual is to remind them that they may have to face difficulties in married life.
6. Spain : In Spain, the bride traditionally wears a black dress to symbolize “life together.” It shows commitment in marriage. However, with time this tradition has started decreasing.
7. Morocco : Here the wedding festivities last for a week with different rituals taking place on different days. The bride is specially subjected to bathing and henna rituals to enhance her beauty and protect her from the evil eye.
(Disclaimer: This article is based on information received from various sources. We do not confirm it.)
