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Mujhe rang de

Mujhe rang de - The relation between colours and ceremonies
Irrespective of their vibrancy, colours have their symbolic significance in all marriages. Even in weddings where colours are subdued and muted, the subtlety has a role to play.

Universal marriage rituals that cut across borders

Marriage rituals that cut across borders
Various symbolic acts and gestures have grown to become necessary rituals, but on a basic level, they are symbolic gestures which mean to wish the couple well.

Hindi-Chini bhai bhai

Hindi-Chini bhai bhai - Surprising affinity in the two cultures
Affinity in marital rituals of Indian and China are not only numerous but similar to the point of being same.

Matrimony mosaic

Common customs across religions
Here are three cultures and three similar aspects that are significant to them.

Upanayanam: The thread ceremony

Upanayanam - The thread ceremony
The journey from being a boy to becoming a man. Brahmins mark it with Upanayanam Samskara or the sacred thread ceremony.

Mangalorean wedding

Let's attend Mangalorean wedding
After the dinner is over, the couple leaves the reception. At this juncture according to popular belief the bride must throw her posy of flowers behind her...

Brother O Brother!

The role of a brother in a Hindu wedding
Your brother plays an important role in helping you through the most important journey of your life. Here are some traditions that honour the love you both share.





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Shastipoorthi - 60s spell spiritual wellbeing

Shastipoorthi - 60s spell spiritual wellbeing
The Shastipoorthi Shanti should be performed in the sixtieth year and in the same month and day of birth according to the Indian Zodiac.

Significance of cereals

Significance of cereals
Traditionally grains have always been an essential ingredient at weddings, representing fertility and prosperity.

Mooh dikhai ki rasam

Mooh dikhai ki rasam
Mooh dikhai means 'show your face', but this is a ritual, which helps to introduce the newly wed to members of her husband's family!

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