Satpadi or PherasThe bride and groom then take their seven steps and ‘pheras’ or rounds around the sacred fire symbolizing seven vows they make to each other. On completion of the pheras the bride and groom are finally officially wed!
Saubhagyavati Bhav- This ritual is for the bride where seven married women from her side whisper their blessings in her ear.
Chero Pakaryo – This funny ceremony entails the groom catching hold of his mother in law’s saree and asking for more gifts! Her saree is then filled with gifts and cash by those present and later given to the groom and his family.
Post Wedding Traditions
Vidaai – The Vidaai is an often tearful and emotional ritual where the bride is bid adieu by her family and friends. It is normally held after the reception when she leaves for her groom’s home.
Ghaar nu Laxmi – The bride is welcomed into her groom’s home as Goddess Laxmi who will bring good fortune into her new house. A vessel filled with rice is placed at the doorstep by the groom’s mother. The bride has to spill the rice from the vessel with her right foot. This is meant to symbolize wealth and the bride’s understanding of her responsibilities towards her new home.
Aeki Beki – This activity is a fun one just for the newlyweds. Coins and a ring are thrown into a vessel is filled with water, sindoor and milk. The bride and groom, then have to find t,hese and whoever, finds the ring first four out of seven times is ,said will rule the household!
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