Marriage

Question 1

What is betrothal

Answer 1

Period of time before the wedding ceremony when the couple are engaged.Usually lasts a year.Couples do not live together but prepare their lives with each other .

Question 2

Before the wedding

Answer 2

Couple may fast to cleanse themselves from sin and come to the ceremony in the right attitude

Question 3

Betrothal ceremony

Answer 3

Bride joins the groom underneath the chuppah.Couple recite two blessings over wine

Question 4

Marriage contract

Answer 4

Marriage contract signed in fring of a witness..Focuses on spiritual aspirations rather than laws.Describes mutual hopes for the marriage

Question 5

Marriage itsself

Answer 5

Seven wedding blessings are recited.Rabbi makes a short speech and blesses in front of the congregation.Groom breaks a glassmto show regret for the destruction of the Temple.Reminder that life involves hardships as well as joy