Jewish wedding

Wedding Ceremony

• The chuppah is a central element of the Jewish wedding ceremony.
• The badeken is the veiling ceremony where the groom covers the bride's face.
• The procession is the order in which the wedding party enters the ceremony.
• Rituals such as the breaking of the glass and the seven blessings are performed during the ceremony.
• The ketubah is a marriage contract that outlines the couple's obligations to each other.

Wedding Rings

• Jewish wedding rings are traditionally plain and without gemstones.
• The ring is placed on the index finger during the ceremony.
• The ring is a symbol of the couple's commitment and unity.
• The groom gives the ring to the bride as a sign of his acceptance of responsibility.
• The ring is typically made of gold or another precious metal.

Wedding Reception

• The wedding reception often includes traditional Jewish dances, such as the hora.
• Birkat Hamazon, the grace after meals, is recited during the reception.
• The reception is a time for celebration, feasting, and joyous festivities.
• The couple may be lifted on chairs during the reception.
• Music and dancing are important elements of the wedding reception.

Yichud

• Yichud is a private moment for the newly married couple to be alone.
• It is a time for the couple to bond and reflect on their new status as husband and wife.
• Yichud is considered a sacred and intimate part of the wedding day.
• The couple may share a meal or engage in conversation during yichud.
• It is a time for the couple to connect emotionally and spiritually.

Halachic Prenups

• Halachic prenups are legal agreements that protect women in case of divorce.
• They help prevent situations where a woman becomes an agunah, unable to obtain a religious divorce.
• Prenups are becoming more common in Jewish weddings.
• They are supported by some rabbis and organizations as a way to address issues of divorce and gett refusal.
• Prenups provide a legal framework for resolving disputes and ensuring fairness in divorce proceedings.

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