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Cultural wedding customs
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The individual nations of the world have their own enchanting customs to celebrate the union of two people in wedded bliss: With a little
thoughtful planning any of the ancient customs can be incorporated into a modern wedding for an extra special touch and salute to the uniting
of two families. Your local librarian can help you find more information, but here's a short list with brief descriptions to pique your. interest.
Africa
"Mayst thou bear 12 children with him" is still the common salutation to brides in remote areas. Many tribes marry the couple by binding their
wrists with plaited grass.
American Indian
The groom wraps a woolen blanket around the bride to symbolize love and protection.
Bermuda
Newlyweds plant a tree in their garden. As it grows and strengthens, it symbolizes their love.
China
Two goblets of honey and wine are joined with a red ribbon—the centuries-old color of love and joy -and the
couple exchange a drink of unity.
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Italy
Since Roman times, the couples have walked through
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Lithuania
Parents of the couple serve them symbols of married
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Mexico
A' white silk cord is draped around the -couple's
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Russia
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Sweden
Brides carry fragrant herb bouquets to frighten away
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U.S.A.
Early Americans gave honeymooners sack posset, hot
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