| THE JEWISH WEDDING |
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| Everything you need to know before you say "I do!" |
| Aufruf: An aliyah given to a bride and groom in honor of their wedding Bedeken: The groom covers the bride's face with her veil. Reminds us of the story of Rachel, Leah, and Jacob Chuppah: The wedding canopy Ketubah: Marriage contract. Kiddushin: Betrothal Ceremony -The first part of the traditional wedding ceremony. Mikvah: Ritual bath. Traditionally, the bride immerses herself before the wedding. Nissuin: Second part of the wedding ceremony Ring: Must be a solid metal band owned by the groom, with no holes or stones. Seudat Mitzvah: Festive meal celebrating the completion of the mitzvah of getting married. Shadchan: Matchmaker Shidduch: Match between a bride and groom Shevah Brachot: The seven special blessings at a wedding. Tennaim: Conditions traditionally agreed to by the parents of the bride and the groom. Get: A Jewish Divorce Agreement |
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