The kiss was used to bind a legal agreement.
It originated with the Romans and was adopted much later by Christians.
It symbolizes a couples union and signifies the commitment they have made to one another.
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African American Wedding Traditions
Jumping Over The Broom Jumping the broom originated during the time of slavery in the United States. Slaves, not having rights as citizens, were denied the legal or religious rite of marriage. The tradition of […]
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The Wedding Favour Tradition
Wedding favors are thank you gifts to each guest or family for sharing that special wedding day. It is the bride’s way of giving each guest a share of her good fortune, sending it home […]
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The Unity Candle
The lighting of the unity candle symbolizes the merging of two lives into one. In some ceremonies the lighting of the unity candle will also incorporate the families of the bride and groom. There it […]