Across
- 2. holy bath to bless the couple, protects them against cuts and bruises
- 5. Karaj, "act towards happiness" Sikh wedding ceremony
- 7. double headed drum
- 10. "wake up" - night before the wedding, when the relatives of the bride and groom dance and enjoy to stay awake at night
- 12. sphere shaped sweet
- 13. engagement -the bride and groom will exchange rings in front of their family and friends. The family and friends then shower the couple with sweets and gifts.
- 14. celebration includes dances performed by relatives and friends of the Bride and Groom, songs by elder female of family with the bride as the focal point, and dance floor.
- 15. place of worship
Down
- 1. dark paste applied to hands
- 3. traditional bridal wear - typically in red
- 4. floral embroidery
- 6. wedding procession with music and dancing
- 8. 4 hymns of Anand Karaj
- 9. blessings from family (money, clothes)
- 11. most beloved beverage in India (and in our homes)