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Symbolism And Traditions In Hindu Weddings

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  Originally Published on  ShaadiWish A Hindu wedding has a lot of different traditions and celebrations. From choosing the most lucky day and time based on the bride and groom’s horoscopes to the saat phere they do around the holy fire, there is a lot to see and do. There is profound philosophical and spiritual meaning associated with each phase from deciding on the  Hindu wedding card  to arranging any other function. Learn the significance of these old traditions that may bring you good fortune on your wedding day, whether you believe in them or not: Three main rituals are common: Panigrahana (the presence of the holy fire), Saptapadi (the 7 steps and vows done around the fire), and kanyadaan (the father giving away his daughter), however regional customs might differ. We Have Explained The Most Typical Wedding Rituals Below: Engagement Unsplash As the name implies, the ritual includes the bride and groom exchanging rings. It is also called Roka, Nishchayam, or Gh...

Emotional Vidai Moments From Indian Weddings

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  Originally Published on  ShaadiWish One of the most emotional moments of an Indian wedding arrives when all the rituals and partying get over and the bride’s vidai takes place. As much as she gets excited about the new beginning, the thought of leaving her family behind makes her heart sink. The whole environment gets so electrified and charged up during vidai that it can only be experienced and not defined in words. Today, we bring to you a few such heart-warming vidai moments from real Indian weddings. 1. This is the moment when even the man made of steel loses all his strength. Image Courtesy:  Vows & Tales Image Courtesy:  The Knotty Story Image Courtesy:  Ankit Goel Image Courtesy:  Himanshu Jangid Photography Image Courtesy:  Colomono Weddings Live 2. That smile mixed with those tears rightly defines the bittersweet feeling that a bride goes through during her vidai. Image Courtesy:  Varun Bhasin 3. Leaving her first girlfriend (also h...