about wedding steps.

1. Function Marriage

2. Engage
ment

3. Engagement
The couple may exchange rings or other tokens of
commitment in a formal engagement ceremony.

4. Wedding

5. Pre-Wedding
Ceremonies

6. Pre-Wedding
Ceremonies
These can include events like Mehndi (henna)
ceremony, Haldi (turmeric) ceremony, and others,
depending on cultural traditions.

7. Wedding Day

8. Arrival of the
Groom
He groom, accompanied by his family and friends,
arrives at the wedding venue. In some cultures, there
may be a procession or baraat.

10. Welcome of
the Groom
The groom is welcomed by the bride's family, and
sometimes rituals like aarti (a religious ritual
involving
light) are performed.

12. Exchangeof
Garlands
The bride and groom exchange floral garlands as a
symbol of acceptance and mutual respect.

14. Kanyadaan
In Hindu weddings, the father of the bride
performs the ritual of giving away his daughter
to
the groom. This is called Kanyadaan,
symbolizing

16. Pheras/Saptap
adi
Hindu weddings typically involve walking around the
sacred fire (Agni) seven times, each round
representing
promises and vows to each other.

18. Vows and
Rings
The couple exchanges vows and rings, promising
to love
and cherish each other.

20. Blessings
and Prayers
Religious prayers and blessings are offered for the
couple's happiness and prosperity.

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22. Tying the
Knot
In some cultures, the bride and groom's garments
may
be tied together, symbolizing their union.

24. Mangalsutr
a/Sindoor
The groom may tie a sacred thread (Mangalsutra)
around the bride's neck, or apply sindoor
(vermilion)
on her forehead, depending on cultural customs.

26. Reception
After the wedding ceremony, a reception is usually
held where the newlyweds receive blessings and
congratulations from family and friends.

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28. Wedding
Feast
A lavish meal is served to the guests as part of the
celebration.

29. Vidaai/Bidai
The bride bids farewell to her family and leaves for
her
new home with the groom.

31. Grihapraves
h
In Hindu traditions, the bride is welcomed into her
new
home with traditional ceremonies.