Wedding Traditions

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Across
  1. 4. According to folklore, rain on a wedding day symbolizes this.
  2. 5. This "something" is meant to represent continuity and connection to the past.
  3. 10. In a traditional Jewish wedding, the groom breaks this under his foot to symbolize the fragility of life and relationship, emphasizing the commitment of marriage.
  4. 11. The phrase "tying the knot" originates from this ancient Celtic tradition.
  5. 13. This small metallic object is sometimes hidden in wedding cakes, bringing good fortune to the one who finds it.
  6. 14. In Scottish weddings, the groom wears this traditional garment.
Down
  1. 1. A bride often wears this delicate fabric over her face during the ceremony.
  2. 2. In a traditional Greek wedding, guests throw these instead of rice.
  3. 3. A bride throws this over her shoulder at the reception.
  4. 6. In Sweden, brides place a silver coin from their father in one shoe and a gold coin from their mother in the other to ensure this.
  5. 7. This circular piece of jewelry symbolizes eternity and commitment.
  6. 8. In Hindu weddings, the couple takes seven steps around this sacred fire.
  7. 9. In many cultures, this color symbolizes purity and is worn by brides.
  8. 12. Bridesmaids originally dressed similarly to the bride to confuse these supernatural beings.