Traditions
Shabbat Dinner
Friday Night Dinner
Friday night, join us as we say prayers to observe Shabbat, the day of rest. We will say prayers over candlesticks, wine, and bread before we eat.
Kippah
Head Covering for Men
Traditionally worn as a symbol of reverence for the culture and religion of Judaism as well as an acknowledgment of the Higher Power above. We ask that all men wear a (provided) kippah during the ceremony!
The Ketubah
The Wedding Contract
This serves as our Jewish wedding contract, displayed as a beautiful piece of art in our home to remind us of our vows made on this day.
The Chuppah
Ceremony Canopy
The Chuppah represents the home that will be built together under the shelter of God. Traditionally, it is composed of four posts with a covering, mimicking the tent of the biblical ancestors Abraham and Sarah.
Sheva B'rachot
The Seven Blessings
Seven blessings will be recited during the ceremony to express joy and hope for the marriage. This custom has roots that date back to biblical times!
Hakafot
Seven Circles
Ceremonial act of devotion between the bride and groom in which a total of 7 circles will be walked around one another. This represents that seven days a week, the center of the home should be each other.
Breaking the Glass
Broken Glass
Completed as the bride and groom exit the chuppah, this tradition represents the fragility of a relationship and centers the importance of the everlasting love emanating from under the chuppah/home.
Yichud
First Private Moment
After the ceremony, the bride and groom retreat for a private moment to soak in the moment. Thus custom dates back to ancient times, but now symbolizes the bride and groom's right to privacy and peace during an emotional moment.