There are numerous laws that one has to bear in mind when having a wedding of this type and it is a good idea first off to consult with the many Rabbis that can be found online and that live nearest. It is a time of great excitement when find a partner for life and with this one wants to make sure that the wedding goes off without a hitch. There is much to consider if one is not familiar with laws and customs.
Whilst surfing the Internet one may have come up with terms such as Chuppah and Kashrut observances and practices. Basically the Chuppah or canopy is that which the couple stands under showing that the Almighty is with them and that the union is threefold. That of the bride, the groom and God who has brought the couple together in a miraculous way.
A bride is also required once entering the canopy to circle the groom seven times before taking up her position next to the groom before prayers are said. It is a touching and beautiful time for all and is surely to bring tears to friends and family members alike. It is quite easy to overcome food problems by just using a kosher caterer and the Rabbi here can point the couple in the right direction.
This is not a major problem and if one needs to know more or would like to make a study of its laws, much information can be found online where reading material abounds. A Rabbi is the first port of call when wanting to know more and it is advisable to discuss the whole process with him or her so as to gain some sort of clarity as how things will proceed both before the wedding, during it and after. Should one be wanting to have a ceremony of a Jewish flavor then customs such as breaking of the glass is worthwhile adhering to.
This is important as many guests who will be attending the function require kosher food only. Dishes can be discussed with the caterer so it is not a closed book. However, one must remember that milk and meat may not be consumed simultaneously.
Circling the groom seven times is also a well known custom. Brides to be do do this. It has become more and more popular to do what is usually done in a proper Jewish ceremony.
All in all it is a day to be remembered. It should be filled with fun and good food, wine and drink. Consulting a Rabbi is the best place to start.
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