Hindu Weddings

 

A Hindu marriage is held as a means of revealing Tamil culture and traditions. It is one of a series of holy sacraments. Marriage is seen as a union of two minds; it is a step in the spiritual evolution of the human soul. In the eyes of the Hindu community, marriage has a purifying quality; a lot of religious and social significance is attached to it. There are a number of morals and ethical principles that the couple, through marriage, are taught to respect. Tamil culture upholds the principle of "One Man One Woman"

Before the Day (click links for detail) Arranging the marriage Setting the Date and Pre-Wedding Ceremonies Where the ceremony takes place Wedding Clothes Eve of the Wedding Day On the eve of the wedding, both the bride and groom say prayers to Ganesha the Elephant God of plenty. This is usually done in their own homes. Hindu wedding links: Hindu Wedding glossary

On the Day (click links for detail) Cleansing Ceremony The Bridal Procession The Wedding Ceremony Joining the Bride and Groom The seven steps Ceremonial Eating, Prayers, and Readings The Civil Ceremony