. Flashcards
What does the Badeken ceremony involve?
The groom places a veil over the bride’s face, because of the story with yaakov, rachel and leah.
This custom stems from the biblical story of Jacob and Leah.
What is the purpose of the Kabbalat Panim?
To bring the bride and groom to the chuppah separately
The groom is led in first, followed by the bride escorted by her parents or close relatives.
What does the chuppah represent in a Jewish wedding?
The couple’s new home together
The ceremony under the chuppah includes prayers and blessings.
What are Sheva Brachot?
The Seven Blessings recited during the chuppah, celebrating the couple’s union
They include blessings about creation and the couple’s new life together.
What is the Ketubah?
A legally binding document outlining the groom’s obligations to the bride
It includes financial responsibilities in the case of divorce or widowhood.
What is the significance of breaking the glass during the ceremony?
It symbolizes the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem and the fragility of life and marriage
This act reminds attendees of the connection to sadness in Jewish history.
What is the Wedding Feast (Seudat Mitzvah)?
A joyful celebration meal with family and friends, considered a mitzvah
It includes singing, dancing, and special seating for the bride and groom.
What is Hora dancing?
A traditional part of Jewish wedding celebrations where the bride and groom are lifted on chairs while guests dance around them
This is one of the most joyous parts of the celebration.
What are Sheva Brachot Meals?
Meals celebrated for seven days after the wedding, honoring the couple
Each meal includes the recitation of the seven blessings again.
True or False: The Jewish wedding is only about the couple’s union.
False
It is also a celebration of Jewish heritage, tradition, and the joy of family and community.
