{"id":4482,"date":"2022-05-10T23:13:17","date_gmt":"2022-05-11T03:13:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/?p=4482"},"modified":"2022-05-10T23:25:46","modified_gmt":"2022-05-11T03:25:46","slug":"a-guide-to-a-hindu-wedding-ceremony","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/a-guide-to-a-hindu-wedding-ceremony\/","title":{"rendered":"A Guide to a Hindu Wedding Ceremony"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column]<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m  qodef-section-title qodef-alignment--left \">\n\t\t<p class=\"qodef-m-subtitle\" >A Guide to a Hindu Wedding Ceremony<\/p>\n\t\t<h3 class=\"qodef-m-title\" >\n\t\t\t\t\tPlanning a Wedding\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t<p class=\"qodef-m-text\" >A Hindu wedding is a religious ceremony and one of the most important of the sixteen Hindu sanskars or sacraments. It is seen, not only as the bond between two people, but also the bond between two families. Hindu marriage usually takes in the bride\u2019s hometown and is traditionally organised by the bride\u2019s parents. The bride is known as the Dulhan, the groom as the Dulha. While the ceremony lasts about one\u2010and\u2010a\u2010half\u2010hours, the preparations and celebrations begin weeks before and continue afterward. Here we will guide you through everything you need to know about a Hindu wedding ceremony.<\/p>\n<\/div>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidesforbrides.co.uk\/wedding-ideas\/hindu-weddings\/#COVID\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How is a Hindu Wedding Affected by Coronavirus?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidesforbrides.co.uk\/wedding-ideas\/hindu-weddings\/#officiates\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Who Officiates a Hindu Wedding Ceremony?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidesforbrides.co.uk\/wedding-ideas\/hindu-weddings\/#where\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Where does a Hindu Wedding Ceremony Take Place?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidesforbrides.co.uk\/wedding-ideas\/hindu-weddings\/#legal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Is a Hindu Wedding Ceremony Legally Binding in the UK?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidesforbrides.co.uk\/wedding-ideas\/hindu-weddings\/#date\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How Do I Choose a Date for my Hindu Wedding Ceremony?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidesforbrides.co.uk\/wedding-ideas\/hindu-weddings\/#attire\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">What Attire is Worn at a Hindu Wedding Ceremony?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidesforbrides.co.uk\/wedding-ideas\/hindu-weddings\/#before\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">What Happens Before a Hindu Wedding Ceremony?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidesforbrides.co.uk\/wedding-ideas\/hindu-weddings\/#ceremony\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">What Happens at a Hindu Wedding Ceremony?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidesforbrides.co.uk\/wedding-ideas\/hindu-weddings\/#after\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">What Happens after a Hindu Wedding Ceremony?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/a-guide-to-a-hindu-wedding-ceremony\/#How_is_a_Hindu_Wedding_Affected_by_Coronavirus\" >How is a Hindu Wedding Affected by Coronavirus?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/a-guide-to-a-hindu-wedding-ceremony\/#Who_Officiates_a_Hindu_Wedding_Ceremony\" >Who Officiates a Hindu Wedding Ceremony?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/a-guide-to-a-hindu-wedding-ceremony\/#Where_does_a_Hindu_Wedding_Ceremony_Take_Place\" >Where does a Hindu Wedding Ceremony Take Place?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/a-guide-to-a-hindu-wedding-ceremony\/#What_Attire_is_Worn_at_a_Hindu_Wedding_Ceremony\" >What Attire is Worn at a Hindu Wedding Ceremony?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/a-guide-to-a-hindu-wedding-ceremony\/#Is_a_Hindu_Wedding_Ceremony_Legally_Binding_in_the_UK\" >Is a Hindu Wedding Ceremony Legally Binding in the UK?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/a-guide-to-a-hindu-wedding-ceremony\/#How_Do_I_Choose_a_Date_for_my_Hindu_Wedding_Ceremony\" >How Do I Choose a Date for my Hindu Wedding Ceremony?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/a-guide-to-a-hindu-wedding-ceremony\/#What_Happens_Before_a_Hindu_Wedding_Ceremony\" >What Happens Before a Hindu Wedding Ceremony?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/a-guide-to-a-hindu-wedding-ceremony\/#What_is_Mehndi\" >What is Mehndi?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/a-guide-to-a-hindu-wedding-ceremony\/#What_is_Haldi\" >What is Haldi?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/a-guide-to-a-hindu-wedding-ceremony\/#What_is_Sangeet\" >What is Sangeet?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/a-guide-to-a-hindu-wedding-ceremony\/#What_Happens_at_a_Hindu_Wedding_Ceremony\" >What Happens at a Hindu Wedding Ceremony?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/a-guide-to-a-hindu-wedding-ceremony\/#What_is_the_Arrival_of_the_Vara_Yatra\" >What is the Arrival of the Vara Yatra?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/a-guide-to-a-hindu-wedding-ceremony\/#What_is_Varamala\" >What is Varamala?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/a-guide-to-a-hindu-wedding-ceremony\/#What_is_Mandap\" >What is Mandap?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/a-guide-to-a-hindu-wedding-ceremony\/#What_is_Gau_Daan\" >What is Gau Daan?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/a-guide-to-a-hindu-wedding-ceremony\/#What_is_Kanyadaan\" >What is Kanyadaan?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/a-guide-to-a-hindu-wedding-ceremony\/#What_is_Vivaha-homa\" >What is Vivaha-homa?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/a-guide-to-a-hindu-wedding-ceremony\/#What_is_Hasta_Milap\" >What is Hasta Milap?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/a-guide-to-a-hindu-wedding-ceremony\/#What_is_Shilarohan\" >What is Shilarohan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/a-guide-to-a-hindu-wedding-ceremony\/#What_is_Saptapadi\" >What is Saptapadi?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/a-guide-to-a-hindu-wedding-ceremony\/#What_is_Surya_Darshan_and_Dhruva_Darshan\" >What is Surya Darshan and Dhruva Darshan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/a-guide-to-a-hindu-wedding-ceremony\/#What_is_Sindoor_and_Mangalsutra\" >What is Sindoor and Mangalsutra?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/a-guide-to-a-hindu-wedding-ceremony\/#What_is_Ashirvada\" >What is Ashirvada?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/a-guide-to-a-hindu-wedding-ceremony\/#What_Happens_after_a_Hindu_Wedding_Ceremony\" >What Happens after a Hindu Wedding Ceremony?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_is_a_Hindu_Wedding_Affected_by_Coronavirus\"><\/span><strong>How is a Hindu Wedding Affected by Coronavirus?\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div>\n<p>Currently in the UK, both wedding ceremonies and receptions have limited numbers\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidesforbrides.co.uk\/wedding-ideas\/rules-on-weddings-in-the-uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.guidesforbrides.co.uk\/wedding-ideas\/rules-on-weddings-in-the-uk\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1602928054088000&amp;usg=AFQjCNHvKl903eIAwQh_-7q8Iin-6d_ZMA\">depending on where you live<\/a>. Wedding ceremonies and receptions in England are currently limited to 15 people. There will, inevitably, be a number of elements that will be challenging for a Hindu wedding while social distancing measures are in place. Couples are having to face changes to the venue, catering and guest lists as Hindu wedding are large celebrations over several events. So, you will need to limit your plans if you want a wedding to go ahead. You may choose to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidesforbrides.co.uk\/wedding-ideas\/coronavirus-how-to-postpone-your-wedding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.guidesforbrides.co.uk\/wedding-ideas\/coronavirus-how-to-postpone-your-wedding\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1602928054088000&amp;usg=AFQjCNHkcfdwFuk3KcZgRqaceLaiEcUobg\">postpone your wedding<\/a>\u00a0until a time when you can celebrate fully. On the other hand, you could go ahead with a smaller, legal ceremony now, then\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidesforbrides.co.uk\/wedding-ideas\/sequel-wedding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.guidesforbrides.co.uk\/wedding-ideas\/sequel-wedding\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1602928054088000&amp;usg=AFQjCNGZ55tCBdxEzq-n83G5J16bjBWoug\">have a full celebration when it is safe to do so<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>If you choose to go ahead with your wedding, government guidelines currently state that where Hindu marriage rituals or ceremonies are being undertaken under the legal provisions for a wedding reception, these ceremonies also must not exceed 15 people in England, and should adhere to all social distancing and other safety measures provided in this guidance. Those taking part in the ritual or ceremony do not need to remain seated at tables for this, but should be seated for any other aspects of a reception. If a faith or belief marriage ritual or ceremony is taking place as a wedding reception, it should take place within a reasonable timeframe alongside the legal solemnisation of the marriage.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Officiates_a_Hindu_Wedding_Ceremony\"><\/span><strong>Who Officiates a Hindu Wedding Ceremony?\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Hindu service is performed by a male Brahmin priest. The couple usually meets the Brahmin prior to the ceremony. This is so the priest can explain the significance of the ceremony and answer any questions the bride and groom might have.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_does_a_Hindu_Wedding_Ceremony_Take_Place\"><\/span><strong>Where does a Hindu Wedding Ceremony Take Place?\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The ceremony venue is normally a town hall or a hotel and is then followed by blessings in the temple.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;4485&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Attire_is_Worn_at_a_Hindu_Wedding_Ceremony\"><\/span><strong>What Attire is Worn at a Hindu Wedding Ceremony?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The bride traditionally wears a fine, white sari with red and gold embroidery, traditionally given her by her maternal uncles. During the celebrations, she will put on a red sari, a gift from the groom\u2019s family. The white sari represents purity, the red sari fertility. The bride wears ornaments in her hair, bracelets, a gold band around her waist and anklets of gold on her feet.<\/p>\n<p>The groom wears a lounge suit or traditional Indian dress, which consists of a Nehru jacket and traditional trousers in white or ivory. Guests can wear what they wish, though it is best to avoid black. Men dress in suits or traditional dress. Female guests wear suits, dresses or sarees.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_Hindu_Wedding_Ceremony_Legally_Binding_in_the_UK\"><\/span><strong><a id=\"legal\"><\/a>Is a Hindu Wedding Ceremony Legally Binding in the UK?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Hindu wedding ceremony is not recognised by British law, so you need to marry in a civil register office before the Hindu ceremony.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;4486&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_I_Choose_a_Date_for_my_Hindu_Wedding_Ceremony\"><\/span><strong><a id=\"date\"><\/a>How Do I Choose a Date for my Hindu Wedding Ceremony?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Astrological charts are consulted to choose a day for the wedding. Some days are not permitted for weddings: the Hindu calendar is lunar based and has a day in each month called Amas, for instance, when it is forbidden to marry. It is also impossible to marry during Shraaddh, a two\u2010week period during September, and 15 days before the festival of Holi. The Hindu calendar must be consulted, as these dates change each year.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_Before_a_Hindu_Wedding_Ceremony\"><\/span><strong>What Happens Before a Hindu Wedding Ceremony?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Mehndi\"><\/span><strong>What is Mehndi?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Mehndi is an Indian tradition where a thick paste made from henna is applied on the bride\u2019s and groom\u2019s hands. This occurs to the day before the wedding. The bride has the palms of her hands and her feet painted with intricate, elaborate and artistic designs. Mehndi is considered to bring positive spirits and happiness to the couple. Traditionally, the darker the colour of the mehndi, the more in love the couple will be.<\/p>\n<p>The Mehndi ceremony is organised and held by the bride\u2019s family. Female members from both families gather to have their hands and feet painted too, with a focus on celebration, rather than decoration.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;4488&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Haldi\"><\/span><strong>What is Haldi?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Haldi is a ceremony when turmeric is ground to a paste along with other ingredients. This\u00a0 paste is then applied to both the bride\u2019s and groom by elderly female members of their families before they are washed with sacred water.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Sangeet\"><\/span><strong>What is Sangeet?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Sangeet is a fun-filled ceremony where both the families get together to perform traditional song-dance routines, whilst becoming better acquainted. The bride\u2019s family will sing folk songs welcoming the groom\u2019s family.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_at_a_Hindu_Wedding_Ceremony\"><\/span><strong><a id=\"ceremony\"><\/a>What Happens at a Hindu Wedding Ceremony?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For a religion as ancient and rich as Hinduism, its customs are as countless as they are timeless. Certain regions and sects have their own variations on the basic Hindu ceremony. So, the rituals described here are some of the most common traditions to appear at a Hindu wedding ceremony.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Arrival_of_the_Vara_Yatra\"><\/span><strong>What is the Arrival of the Vara Yatra?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It is considered unlucky for the groom to see the bride on the wedding day The groom and his party are collectively called the vara yatra. They arrive at the ceremony site amidst much singing and dancing in a cavalcade of cars, where a number of rituals are performed. When the groom gets out of his car, the bride\u2019s parents, family and friends greet him. The party is welcomed with a special rice toss, known as akshat, and the groom is presented with a plate carrying a lit lamp (or arati). The bride\u2019s mother places a small round red dot on his forehead and gives him a garland of flowers, to signify her approval of the wedding.<\/p>\n<p>Before entering the venue, the groom steps on a small terracotta bowl, to signify his virility and strength. The bride\u2019s mother then accompanies him to the Mandap where the ceremony is conducted. His sisters follow behind him shaking a metal pot covered by a white handkerchief containing rice and coins to ward off evil spirits. While he waits for the bride to arrive, his feet are washed by her mother and father.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Varamala\"><\/span><strong>What is Varamala?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The bride is accompanied to the wedding venue by her maternal uncles. She is either carried by them or walks between them.<\/p>\n<p>Once the groom has made his way to the entrance of the wedding hall or home, the bride, flanked by her sisters and bridesmaids, will be waiting with a garland for him. During the Jaymala (Varamala) that follows, the bride and groom exchange flower garlands and sometimes deliver a sort of vow in which they promise to be united forever.\u00a0 Traditionally, whoever can put the garland on their partner first will have the upper hand in the marriage.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;4489&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Mandap\"><\/span><strong>What is Mandap?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Mandap is a structure constructed exclusively for the marriage ceremony. It is held up by four pillars supporting a frame, with royal chairs for the bride and the groom, side chairs for parents and a pedestal for the sacred fire set within it.<\/p>\n<p>The Mandap is traditionally made of wood and can be decorated with a variety of items from flowers and greenery to fabric and crystals. The main rituals involved in the wedding ceremonies take place underneath the mandap.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Gau_Daan\"><\/span><strong>What is Gau Daan?\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This is the symbolic exchange of gifts, particularly clothes and ornaments. Traditionally, gifts were exclusively given to the groom\u2019s family. 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The mother of the bride then pours water over her husband\u2019s hand, which subsequently falls on the hands of the bride and groom.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;4491&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Vivaha-homa\"><\/span><strong>What is Vivaha-homa?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>For the Vivaha-homa, the sacred fire, or the havan, is lit across from the bride and groom.\u00a0 In the center of the mandap, a fire is kindled. A Hindu marriage is a sacrament, not a contract. To signify the viability of the ceremony, fire is kept as a witness and offerings are made. The bride and groom both repeat the prayers spoken by the priest.\u00a0 These are promises to be humble and faithful to God and each other.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Hasta_Milap\"><\/span><strong>What is Hasta Milap?\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This ceremony centers on the joining of the bride and groom\u2019s hands. The bride\u2019s right hand is placed on the right hand of the groom. Their hands are then tied together with a cotton thread wound several times, while the priest recites holy verses. 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Simply put, the first for food, the second for strength, the third for prosperity, the fourth for wisdom, the fifth for progeny, the sixth for health and the seventh for friendship.<\/p>\n<p>These vows are traditionally spoken in Sanskrit, and are one of the most ancient aspects of the Hindu ceremony. The vows validate the marriage; no ceremony is complete without them. The main significance of saptapadi is establishing friendship, which is the basis of a Hindu marriage. 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He also strings the mangalsutra around her neck. This necklace, made up of gold and black beads, is meant to be worn always by the bride as a symbol of her marriage.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Ashirvada\"><\/span><strong>What is Ashirvada?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The service ends with the Ashirwaad. This is blessings from the priest, parents and close relatives for a long and prosperous married life. 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