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In-Depth Study
The tna'im are the official agreements between the bride and groom, traditionally written up in a contract. Read the reasons, legal minutiae, and various customs surrounding the tna'im.
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The rules and customs regarding who is eligible to escort the bride and groom to the chupah.
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The Jewish marriage is a two-stage process. What is the legal and mystical significance of these two stages?
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The ring plays a very important role in the wedding ceremony, serving as the object through which the betrothal is effected.
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The halachic reason why Jews do not have Double Ring ceremonies beneath the chupah.
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Who is qualified to serve as a witness at a Jewish wedding?
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The Ketubah outlines the obligations of the husband towards his bride. What are these obligations?
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Jewish customs, traditions, and perspective for second weddings.
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Joy which isn’t shared with a “new face” (“panim chadashot”) lacks a certain excitement. It is therefore necessary to “freshen” the joy and happiness of the newlyweds...
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Every one of the seven blessings of the Sheva Brachot has a deep meaning, an important message for the bride and groom.
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Interestingly, I’ve never encountered an episode in the Talmud that involves a polygamous family.
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Why make room for trouble? If the ideal union of man and woman is an exclusive one, why should “a nation of priests and a holy people” compromise?
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A Kohen's heightened level of holiness, as well as his leadership role, places limits on the women he may marry.
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A clear list of the individuals a Jewish man or woman may and may not marry.
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Some interesting explanations on the Sheva Brachot (Seven Benedictions) recited beneath the chupah and after the Grace after Meal, during the wedding and during the week that follows.
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