Wedding Traditions and their Meanings

Wedding Traditions and Their Meanings

Why does the groom carry the bride across the threshold? Why does the bride traditionally stand to his left? And how did the groom’s closest companion end up being called the “best man”?

Behind many familiar wedding customs are centuries of history, symbolism, superstition—and sometimes origins far stranger than the traditions themselves.

Wedding Traditions and Their Meanings takes readers on an entertaining journey through the customs surrounding one of life’s most celebrated milestones. From the wedding ring and bridal veil to bouquets, attendants, honeymoons, and other familiar rituals, discover how these traditions began, what they once meant, and why many of them are still with us today.

Some began as romantic gestures. Others grew from religious or cultural beliefs. And a few have origins that might make today’s bride and groom very glad that times have changed.

Perfect for engaged couples, wedding enthusiasts, history lovers, or anyone who has ever wondered “Why do we do that?”, this fascinating collection reveals the stories hiding behind the ceremony.

Whether you’re preparing for your own wedding or simply enjoy discovering the history behind everyday traditions, Wedding Traditions and Their Meanings offers an engaging look at how centuries of customs still find their way down the aisle.