Jewish wedding traditions adopted by non-Jewish couple

[ellebud]

I understand both sides: A canopy signifies things that could go across religious lines. Tasting the wine...sweetness of life...again can cut across all religions. Breaking the glass: may your wedding last as long as it takes to put together this glass.....again wonderful spirit.

But, as my non Jewish husband says about the Christmas Chanukah debate: A Christian family celebrating Chanukah as an excuse for presents: wrong. Jewish families having a Christmas tree for the decor.....not so much.

Just saying....But it is wonderful to understand and respect the traditions of others. And, who knows how religions evolve?

[NinjaPoodle]

Originally Posted by DeltaBetaBaby

I'm not opposed to stealing traditions if you feel they can have meaning for you. Doing it because they look pretty and will impress your friends, though...well, that's a bit tackier.

So, like, "We want a chuppah because we love the symbolism of our friends and family supporting us in our marriage" is cool. "We want a chuppah because it's a cool decoration" is not cool.

Originally Posted by Mevara

As the article states

I think as long as you do it out of respect and good taste it is okay.

Ditto

[MysticCat]

Originally Posted by ellebud

But it is wonderful to understand and respect the traditions of others.

Absolutely.