What happens in a typical modern day GurSikh wedding?

Sikhs are among the strongest warrior communities in India, but they also value peace as taught by their beloved Gurus. One of a Sikh’s primary responsibilities is to his or her husband and family. One draws closer to Divine Love via the holy bond of marriage. The Indian government has acknowledged the Sikh marriage rite, known as Anand Karaj. Sikhism forbids the use of dowries at the time of marriage and accords both men and women with equal rights throughout the wedding ceremony.
An incredible Indian Sikh marriage is amazing, from pre-wedding ceremonies to post-wedding ceremonies are made the event more memorable. It is quite tough to leave and even harder to forget an event because of the vibrant colors, music, dance, delicious food, and enchanted environment.

A Gursikh wedding does not adhere to such factors, in contrast to Hindu marriages, where the pandit fixes an auspicious date for the wedding. Instead, it happens early in the day on a date that the families of the bride and groom agree upon. In front of the revered Guru Granth Sahib, the couple performs pheras. Typically, the holy Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji is covered with a set of four cloths, which is where the Anand Karaj starts.

The following are the various ceremonies held at the Gursikh wedding:

• Roka and Thaka: In a Sikh wedding, parental approval is seen as being of the utmost significance. The parents of the bride and the groom must both give their approval for the relationship before the wedding may continue, whether it is a love marriage or an arranged one. The two most significant pre-wedding rites, Roka and thaka, are the other side of the same coin that honors parental engagement and unwavering support. The bride’s father pays a visit to the groom and shows his approval and gratitude by donning a tilak on his forehead and giving him presents of candy, clothing, and other items. The parents of the groom perform the same ceremony for the bride.
• Kurmai: At the bridegroom’s home or in the Gurudwara, there is a formal engagement ceremony. In addition to exchanging rings, the bride’s family presents the groom with a kara (Sikh bangle). The granthi or Sikh Priest offers a brief prayer before wrapping a scarlet scarf around the groom’s shoulder to begin the ritual. The groom is then given dried dates by the groom’s grandfather, and everyone then partakes in food and beverages.
• Chunni Ceremony: The bride receives gifts from the groom’s family and close relatives at the Chunni ceremony, including Red Duppata, clothing, jewelry, treats, and other stuff. The mother of the groom covers the bride’s head, suggesting that the bride-to-be is now responsible for upholding the groom’s honor and his family’s pride.
• Saaha Chithi: Important members of the bride’s family make a special invitation to the groom’s family, which is subsequently brought to the groom’s house along with some special gifts.
• Maiya: This is the name of ritual cleansing. The bride or groom is made to sit on a stool while turmeric paste is applied to their body and oil is applied to their hair. Each corner of a scarlet fabric is held up over their heads by female relatives. The remaining female guests start singing classic wedding tunes. Any of the five days that come before the wedding are appropriate for the ceremony.
• Karahi Chadana: Five days before the wedding, Sikh families do the karahi chadana rite. All of the cuisine, whether savoury or sweet, is prepared in a huge Karahi or wok that has been set up in the kitchen. Throughout these five days, the same vessel serves the guests.
• Mehandi: Mehendi is a festive ceremony that takes place one or two days prior to the wedding. Both the bride and the husband have henna designs painted on their hands and feet. The ladies perform folk dance and songs and play the dholak. Family members who are female also use Mehendi on their hands since it is a shagun.
• Choora and Kalire: The bride’s uncle presents her with a choora, a pair of bangles in red and cream, during this unusual ceremony. The choora is then soaked with rosewater, yogurt, and milk. The bride is then instructed to close her eyes while her uncle places the choora on her hands as the entire crowd sings along to traditional folk music. The bride’s uncle places the choora and then covers it with a shawl (subar), signifying the bride leaving her family and home.
• Sehra Bandi: On the wedding day, the groom’s father ties the turban around his son’s head before the wedding party leaves the groom’s house. His father gives him a phony sword that he must wear throughout the entire wedding ceremony. The groom’s sister will next wrap the Sehra, a face-covering curtain consisting of golden ribbons, flowers, or even a string of pearls, around the turban.
• Baraat: Traditionally, the groom is expected to ride a mare to the bride’s home. Nowadays, the groom travels primarily by automobile before mounting the mare, which is adorned with golden ribbons and other embellishments and riding into the wedding venue. The groom is accompanied to the wedding location by family members and friends. A Baraat includes music and Bhangra dancing as essential elements. Usually, the music to which the Baraatis dance is provided by a band.
• Milni: The bride’s family welcomes the baraat with songs and declarations of confidence in God’s workings. The Milni event, which is mediated by a priest, is attended primarily by men. The bride’s side greets each member of the baraat with a loving embrace and a garland when they are introduced.
• Anand Karaj: The most important ceremony that occurs at the Gurudwara Sahib during the day or in the afternoon is this one. The bride sits on the left of the groom and faces the Guru Granth Sahib while the Sikh priest describes the significance of the marriage before commencing to read the Lavaan from the Guru Granth Sahib. The couple goes four times around the holy book. When the first round is over, they settle back into their seats. After the four pheras, the Karah Prashad is distributed to everyone seated in the prayer hall.
• Doli: When the bride says goodbye to her family, it is the most emotional part of the wedding. The bride wishes her parents and house prosperity and well-being as she waves goodbye by tossing back a handful of puffed rice over her head.
• Reception: To celebrate the newlyweds, the groom’s family throws a lavish reception party. The magnificent lunch and plenty of opportunities to enjoy singing and dancing are both open to family and friends.

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