A Sikh Wedding

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  1. 4. This ceremony cements the relationship between two families and the couple, allowing the couple to court openly.
  2. 7. This ceremony involves the application of a turmeric & gram flour paste mask to the skin, and oil and yogurt to the hair (an age old natural tradition to ensure glowing skin and healthy hair pre-wedding).
  3. 9. These are performed by both the bride and groom around the Guru Granth Sahib Ji (Sikh Holy Scripture) during the Anand Karaj (Wedding Ceremony) and they signify promises of love, devotion and faithfulness to each other.
  4. 10. This event happens following the wedding when the bride leaves her home to be with the groom.
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  1. 1. The choorha is put on the bride by this side of the family.
  2. 2. When the two sides of the family meet at the temple on the wedding day.
  3. 3. During the whole wedding, women gather and sing the tunes joyously.
  4. 5. Traditionally, this groomsman acted as a probable groom in the occasion the groom loses his life while travelling to the wedding.
  5. 6. Throughout a Sikh wedding, this particular embroidered element is utilised as a symbol of happiness and prosperity for the marrying couple.
  6. 8. Traditionally, during the sangeet night, the maternal family members carry this item around the village, singing and dancing joyously.