Weddings and Marriage Flashcards
1
Q
How were girls brought up?
A
- many exposed at birth
- little formal education
- taught to run a household in preparation for marriage
- betrothed at early age (engaged to)
- given little choice in future
2
Q
Marriage contract
A
- arranged by father and future husband
- often for financial, social or political reasons
- girl is either under husbands authority or Fathers
- received good ring
- Dowry - a gift from Father to husband
- Wedding would be in June (Goddess of Marriage was called Juno)
3
Q
Day before wedding day
A
-girl dedicated toys to gods and thank the gods for letting her live to womanhood
4
Q
What she wore for wedding
A
- plain white long dress belted with special knot
- yellow shies
- flame-coloured veil
- head dress or flowers
5
Q
Wedding ceremony
A
- sacrifices to God of marriage: Hymen
- sacrifices to inspecting omens
6
Q
Pronuba
A
matron of honour who would join couples right hands
