Kerala Hindu Weddings – Simple Yet Charismatic

Indian marriages are really astounding. Enticing bride, majestic groom, rich cultural rituals, lavish cuisine and lots of fun and emotional moments build up a source of ecstatic delight. Marriages in ‘God’s Own Land’- Kerala give a sight of divine unison of two souls reflecting intellect, discipline, serenity and simplicity. South Indian bride looks gorgeous in the traditional Kerala Kasavu Saree or Kanchipuram silk sarees these days, well complemented with heavy gold jewellery (after all it’s Hallmark of South Indians) and her long braid decorated with flowers. And the groom looks handsome in an off-white and golden zari work silk kurta or shirt and mundu (South Indian version of dhoti - lower garment). The brief and simple rituals mark a perfect beginning of the couple’s companionship. It’s beautiful to see how both Kerala Hindu and Kerala Nair wedding ceremonies are quite similar to each other in a way or other though ceremonies name differ. Let’s explore these simple and beautiful wedding ceremonies of Kerala: PRE-WEDDING CEREMONIES Muhurtham: This ceremony is considered as a crucial one. Bride and groom’s marriage compatibility is checked by matching their Kundlis (horoscopes). If the horoscopes match from priest’s consultation, Muhurtham (auspicious date for marriage) is finalized. This ceremony is also known as Virunnu in normal Kerala Hindu wedding. Nischayam:  Literally it means betrothal ceremony or Jhatkam Vangal in local language. The groom and the bride promise to enter in wedlock with each other. There may be Mothiram Mattal ceremony held as per the choice wherein the rings are exchanged between the couple as a mark of marriage being fixed. Ayana: It means pre-nuptial blessing of the bride and the groom. This ceremony is held a day before the marriage. The bride and the groom who are made to sit facing east direction seek blessings from elders for their successful married life. This ceremony is attended by only ... https://www.shimply.com/articles/kerala-hindu-weddings-simple-yet-charismatic/

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