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Events recognizing Celtic roots and also traditions have long been preferred. From the stirring cry of the bag pipe to the dress of formal tartan and kilt, weddings based upon elements of Celtic tradition can offer lasting memories. Elements of these weddings could include part or every one of the following:
Anam Cara - Essentially, the Hearts other Half, this practice is a unique event commemorating the development of a timeless love forever more. This celebration of the elements; to the Celts the 4 components Earth, Fire, Water and Air were the structures on which an effective relationship were built.
Anam Cara
This practice was adjusted as Christianity moved right into the Celtic lands and remains to be a fantastic means to include loved ones in your event.
Handfasting
Handfasting - An event dating back right to classical times, Handfasting is a tradition of marriage before the accessibility of rings as well as precious metals. The couple would take an item of cloth or rope and before their families and friends, state their love and intention by reciting a couple of words as well as binding themselves together symbolically with the rope. It is from this practice we still describe marriage as "tying the knot".
Oathing Stone -- Just what better location to put the guarantees of a lifetime and eternity than in the heart of a stone? The oathing stone is held by the groom and bride while their vows are recited, then in some practices is tossed into a deep body of water to hold those guarantees for evermore. Today that stone might be maintained as a remembrance of this special day.
Oathing Stone
The Quaich - Initially crafted from wood the double handled Quaich was a Scotsman's canteen, mess kit and drinking cup rolled into one. King James of Scotland offered his betrothed Anne of Denmark a Quaich as a sign of his love for her during the wedding, From that point on the Quaich has been know as the "loving cup". This lovely ceremony conveys the true blessings of Kith and Kin to the couple.
The Quaich
Pinning of the Tartan
Pinning of the Tartan - A bride-to-be is officially settled for right into the bridegroom's family through this ceremony. Usually the oldest female participant of the bridegroom's family provides a piece of the family member 's Tartan to the bride indicating she is now interwoven into all the behaviors of the clan.
The presentation of the family sword - The martial origins of the Celtic individuals focused on the protection of fireplace and home. This event is the recognition of the male participants of the new bride's family that they too currently have a new relationship and a brand-new brother in arms.
Family Arms
At Life's Minutes wedding events we can offer thorough support on Celtic/Scottish/Irish events, from building and construction of the event to the last true blessing in Gaelic we can help you create the day of your dreams ...
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