| Ritual | Description | Symbolism | |--------|-------------|------------| | | Groom arrives on a horse or car, dancing with family and DJ/band. | Public celebration; the groom as a prince. | | Milni (Meeting of Families) | Groom’s party is welcomed by bride’s family with garlands, aarti (lamp ritual), and tilak (forehead mark). | Acceptance and mutual respect. | | Jaimala (Garland Exchange) | Bride and bridegroom exchange heavy flower garlands. | Mutual acceptance and respect. | | Kanyadaan (Giving Away the Daughter) | Bride’s father places her right hand into the groom’s hand over a ceremonial pot. | Most sacred duty of father – gifting his daughter. | | Panigrahana (Holding Hands) | Groom takes bride’s hand near the sacred fire. | Taking responsibility. | | Mangal Phera / Saptapadi | Couple circles the sacred fire seven times, tying their garments together. | The most critical ritual . Each circle represents a vow (food, strength, wealth, happiness, children, health, friendship). | | Sindoor & Mangalsutra | Groom applies red vermillion to bride’s hair parting and ties a black/gold necklace. | Marks her as a married woman (Sindoor) and symbolizes his duty to protect her (Mangalsutra). | | Akshata (Blessed Rice) | Guests shower the couple with yellow rice. | Fertility, prosperity, blessings. |
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