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What is a Chuppah?

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A wedding canopy symbolizing the couple's new home together.

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What is a Ketubah?

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A legal document outlining the couple's marital commitments.

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What does the breaking of the glass symbolize?

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A moment of reflection to symbolize the fragility of relationships.

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What is Yichud?

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A private moment where the couple spends time together after the ceremony.

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What is Bedeken?

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A ritual where the groom places a veil over the bride's face before the ceremony.

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What does the Chuppah represent in a Jewish wedding?

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The Chuppah represents the couple’s new home and the protection and sanctity of the marriage.

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Why is the breaking of the glass important?

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It symbolizes the fragility of life and relationships.

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What is the purpose of the Ketubah?

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It outlines the mutual responsibilities and commitments between the couple.

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What is the meaning of the Seven Blessings?

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They celebrate the couple's union and ask for blessings of joy, love, and prosperity.

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Is it true that the groom circles the bride seven times?

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False, it is typically the bride who circles the groom.