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January 19, 2016 by Glenda Ashleigh

Wedding Ceremony Rituals & Traditions

What Wedding Ceremony Rituals & Traditions Do We Use Today?

Some wedding ceremony rituals & traditions are used so often that we expect them.  The ‘kiss’ is one of these traditions that we see in most ‘western culture’ weddings.  Consequently, we expect this ritual as a ‘must have’  wedding tradition.

Exchanging or giving of wedding rings is a popular ritual or tradition that is also a ‘must have’ in many wedding ceremonies.  Wedding rings are the traditional tokens or symbols of the loving vows made in the marriage contract.  However, it is up to the couple to exchange or give other some form of love token rather than rings.

But back to the ‘kiss’ and its significance.  What is its history?

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The Kiss Wedding Ceremony Ritual

It is a common belief that the ritual and tradition of kissing sealed the marriage contract for a couple in Roman times. The Romans also used the act of kissing to ‘seal the deal’ in any legal contract!

As time went on, the ritual of ‘the kiss’ in the wedding ceremony took on a more romantic touch.  Some cultures regard the wedding kiss as the ‘first touch’ between husband and wife.

In modern times, the bride and groom may hold hands during the exchange of vows, so the kiss as the ‘first touch’ doesn’t really apply.  Today, the kiss ritual most often happens immediately following the pronouncement of the couple as husband and wife.  The kiss is still regarded as ‘sealing the union’ between the bride and groom in today’s wedding ceremonies.

Be creative with rituals!  Express your personality in your wedding ceremony.  As a Brisbane Marriage Celebrant, I am very happy to include the rituals and traditions of your choice in your wedding ceremony.  Check out the information about wedding ceremony rituals and traditions on the Rituals page of this website.

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We enjoyed that the ceremony was very familiar and with a nice atmosphere!


We will always remember our Celebrant, Glenda.  Just call her, she's very friendly.    A and T, Wedding, Tarragindi.
Glenda J Ashleigh
2018-01-25T12:25:48+10:00
Tarragindi Wedding Ceremony We enjoyed that the ceremony was very familiar and with a nice atmosphere! We will always remember our Celebrant, Glenda.  Just call her, she's very friendly.    A and T, Wedding, Tarragindi.
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S & J Wedding Manly

Glenda was great, made it very stress free and gave us the ceremony we wanted and was very professional in her approach. Loved that you organised us for photos, your experience was much appreciated!  S & J Wedding, Manly
Glenda J Ashleigh
2014-03-26T10:25:25+10:00
Glenda was great, made it very stress free and gave us the ceremony we wanted and was very professional in her approach. Loved that you organised us for photos, your experience was much appreciated!  S & J Wedding, Manly
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N & A Wedding Cleveland

The high level of organisation and straight forward directions made a ceremony that flowed and proceeded as planned.  The Celebrant's intelligent banter, jokes and lovely words ensured happy (and relaxed as can be) Bride and Groom allowing them to enjoy the day with few worries.  N & A Wedding, Cleveland
Glenda J Ashleigh
2014-03-29T15:25:18+10:00
The high level of organisation and straight forward directions made a ceremony that flowed and proceeded as planned.  The Celebrant's intelligent banter, jokes and lovely words ensured happy (and relaxed as can be) Bride and Groom allowing them to enjoy the day with few worries.  N & A Wedding, Cleveland
https://glendaashleigh.com.au/testimonials/n-a-wedding-cleveland-2014/

G – Celebration of Life Carina

Three people asked me, that when their time comes, could I do a similar service for them using Glenda and the venue. Everyone thought it was suited to my Mum perfectly.   G Celebration of Life, Carina
Glenda J Ashleigh
2014-03-29T16:02:09+10:00
Three people asked me, that when their time comes, could I do a similar service for them using Glenda and the venue. Everyone thought it was suited to my Mum perfectly.   G Celebration of Life, Carina
https://glendaashleigh.com.au/testimonials/g-celebration-life-carina-2013/

K & C Wedding

Glenda was very approachable and seemed to know just what we wanted. Very professional and able to put everyone at ease. we had a lovely day and nothing was too much for Glenda. We would happily recommend Glenda.   K & C Wedding,
Glenda J Ashleigh
2014-03-29T16:04:17+10:00
Glenda was very approachable and seemed to know just what we wanted. Very professional and able to put everyone at ease. we had a lovely day and nothing was too much for Glenda. We would happily recommend Glenda.   K & C Wedding,
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