It’s not just improved wedding photos and better video quality that has changed the landscape of modern-day weddings. The introduction of the internet, social media and most recently virtual weddings and AI have effectively revolutionized how weddings are held, from the planning stages to the ceremony itself. This article will examine those changes and how they may affect weddings in …
Native American culture celebrates a deep connection and respect for nature. In this article we’ve picked out a few readings and poems that reflect this reverence for the Creator and the Great Spirit. The Native Americans saw the union of marriage as an especially sacred gift of creation, and have poems and readings that reflect this gratitude. If you …
If you wish to honor your heritage and include some Native American traditions in your wedding ceremony, this is the perfect article for you. Although there are notable differences between Native American tribes and how they celebrate marriage, some traditions are shared between cultures. For example the respect for nature and honoring the Great Spirit in all things, is central …
This wedding ceremony script is for couples who might have a German-American partner and wish to include some German in their wedding ceremony. Or maybe you have German ancestry and wish to pay tribute to your heritage in your ceremony. Regardless of the reason, here’s an English-German wedding ceremony script just for you! You can feel free to add your …
The Buddhist philosophy is defined by compassion for all living things and spreading loving kindness throughout the world. Perhaps you are thinking of including some Buddhist themes in your wedding. First of all, because Buddhists view marriage as a non-religious action, there’s a lot of room for personalization. However, there are still some defining characters of the Buddhist wedding tradition. …
The Buddhist tradition is one of the oldest in the world. Although it originated in Southeast Asia, the buddhist religion is no longer specific to one region or people. On the contrary, there are thousands of different practices, religions and cultures across the globe that consider themselves Buddhist. There is no one single ordination for Buddhism that is recognized worldwide. …
You may just assume that Israeli weddings are synonymous with Jewish weddings, but it’s actually quite a diverse culture. Immigrants from North Africa, Eastern and Middle Europe, Arab-Israeli people and Druze all bring their unique differences to the melting pot.
Are you planning on celebrating your Israeli heritage and including some customs in your wedding? Maybe your fiancé is Israeli …
Are you interested in learning about some unique Palestinian wedding traditions? Or maybe your partner is Palestinian American and you are thinking about including some customs in your own wedding. Whatever the reason, this article explores some rituals unique to this region.
The tradition of Tolbeh is still practiced in many Palestinian households. This is where the groom goes …
The Baptist denomination is one of the largest sectors of Christianity in the world and is the second largest within the United States. Because it is so large, it is also a quite diverse denomination with different requirements for ordination within different churches. Because churches are mainly independent of one another, an ordination in one is most likely invalid in …
Rabbi’s are one of the most essential aspects of the Jewish faith. As scholars of the religion, they are thoroughly trained in Jewish law so they can conduct religious ceremonies and lead their congregation. Rabbi’s are looked up to by their community, and serve as a source of wisdom and guidance for their people.
