Jewish Weddings
A Match Made in Heaven
A Sacred Union
A Jewish wedding is much more than a "ceremony" or a symbolic ritual. It is a spiritual process which actually creates the soul connection between the bride and groom. Beneath the chupah, the wedding canopy, there occurs a fusion of souls; two souls which were separated before birth joyfully reunite.
Thus the momentousness of the occasion. An appreciation of the awesomeness of the moment results in the serious atmosphere which prevails beneath the chupah—at the moment when the union is being effected. And it is the very same appreciation which triggers the unbridled joy which follows at the wedding reception; an appropriate celebration for an event of this magnitude.
A Timeless Tradition
Jewish rituals and customs derive from a rich blend of historical and spiritual underpinnings. Rites of passage in one's personal life are inextricably linked to events in the history of the Jewish people. In this way, a traditional Jewish wedding is a tapestry woven from biblical and historical threads. These threads are carried from one generation to the next in an effort to link our contemporary lives to our past, forming a chain of Jewish continuity which goes back more than 3,800 years.
Our sages teach us that each marriage ceremony is a reenactment of the marriage between G‑d and the Jewish people that took place at Mount Sinai.
Planning Your Wedding?
The JRCC assists prospective grooms and brides with wedding preparations and planning. The earlier you meet with a JRCC rabbi to discuss your plans, the better—preferably before your engagement, and even before you decide to start dating seriously.
A knowledgeable and caring rabbi, together with his wife, can guide you through every step of the process, helping you build a healthy Jewish home filled with the spirit and holiness of our heritage.
Contact a JRCC RabbiOr call 416-222-7105 to arrange a confidential appointment.
