What do they give for a wedding?

In the modern world, many hearts in love wish to unite through legal marriage, not only on a paper basis in the face of the state, but also to take an oath of love and fidelity before God. Unfortunately, not all newlyweds can decide on such a serious step, but most go to church to ask God for blessings to create a new family. It is worth noting that couples of any age category, as well as those who have lived a lot of time in a legal state marriage, can resort to the sacrament of wedding.

Since ancient times, there is a belief that a married couple will live happily ever after for many decades, since God himself blessed their union. On the day of the sacrament of the wedding, lovers invite their parents, relatives and close friends, wishing to share these happy moments with them. Accordingly, each invitee must present a present to the heroes of the occasion. And here a little confusion begins among the guests, because it is easy to find a gift for a wedding, but it is extremely difficult to find a present for a spiritual event.

Before preparing a gift, you should understand what purpose the newlyweds are pursuing. For some, the sacrament of a wedding is considered fashionable, so it seems not enough to hold a standard wedding. It's another matter if both spouses are believers and understand the full depth and importance of this step, preparation for which begins in advance. In the first case, any material thing can become a present, it can be an envelope with a certain amount and even honeymoon vouchers. But for the second case, you will have to spend a lot of time and effort.

This does not mean that a figurine from a joke store or other vulgar item is suitable as a gift. You can pay attention to things that can create and decorate the comfort in the house. Such a gift will definitely be remembered, all family members will use it, and some will even be passed on to the future generation.

Often, newlyweds are given church items for the wedding. Mostly small icons depicting saints. In ancient times, it was customary for relatives to give holy gifts. The icon of the "Mother of God" is presented by parents to the children to be married. Invited guests can donate handmade products. A gift in the form of a Bible with an unusual binding will suit a sister for the sacrament of a wedding. It is appropriate for a friend to give flowers to the wedding couple in a specially composed bouquet.

The future wife should find out more about the interests of her soulmate, and the future husband is best to look for a gift in a jewelry store. Wedding rings will be the most memorable gift that will remain in the family for centuries.

The main gift for the sacrament of the wedding should be decorated with a beautiful flower arrangement and gentle words. The day dedicated to the wedding ceremony should be filled with sincerity and kindness. Each invited guest should understand that he plays an important role in the life of the newlyweds. This sacred ceremony takes place in the circle of dear people, the most important of whom are parents. Accordingly, they should give something special and necessary for both lovers.

• First of all, icons with images of saints are considered. The icon "The Holy Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ" is very popular in this matter. It is in her that there is a tremendous spiritual strength that protects the family from bad weather. In many families, it is customary to pass on icons by inheritance, it is possible that this gift will become a symbol of goodness for future generations.

• A gift in the form of the image of Fevronia and Peter, who are the guardians and patrons of people in love, would be appropriate. They represent the constant and ongoing spiritual union of the couple. The presentation of such a gift should be accompanied by the most sincere wishes for kindness, love and happiness.
• Newlyweds who are faithful should be presented with vouchers for a tour of the holy places. Since this present does not belong to the list of cheap ones, other relatives can also be connected to purchase it. Quite often travel agencies offer very expensive vouchers, so travel stops should be adjusted in advance. It will be interesting for young spouses to see sacred places in the near abroad, a good trip will turn out across the expanses of Israel. The newlyweds will get a huge impression when they visit the centuries-old temples and churches on the territory of the Russian Federation.

For the wedding ceremony, the future spouses ask one of their friends to witness this event and accompany them to the church. For this important role, the most dear people are selected who play an important role in the life of the future family. Accordingly, a gift from witnesses must be unique. Warmth and care should be felt in him.

You should pay attention to the following presents:

• items symbolizing home comfort, for example, a coffee service, will become a chic gift; holiday plates or personalized mugs will be a good gift;
• as a wedding gift, the best gifts of witnesses will be items made of silver;
• a gift in the form of silver cups will become an oral gift - a commemorative engraving should be made on them indicating the date of the wedding, the names of lovers and warm wishes;
• you can donate an album for photographs, in which the newlyweds will keep the memory of this day, and then supplement it with pictures depicting pleasant moments;
• the symbolism of the solemn event will be supported by an icon lamp - such a present will constantly remind you of the wedding day with the warmest memories;
• a gift in the form of a bottle of high-quality Cahors and crystal glasses for it will be appropriate; the church does not prohibit these presentations and even supports them in some way.

A wedding is a special ceremony for future spouses and their families. Referred friends have a special role to play in the life of a young family. Gifts from them should also be meaningful, so you should pay attention to the following gifts:

• an envelope with money will become an appropriate present, especially if a friend of a married couple does not have time to run in search of a gift, and with the donated material benefits, the couple will be able to purchase something important for themselves;
• very rarely, but in banks you can find coins with the name "Wedding", packaging with special tabs is attached; such coins are made of pure silver, look extraordinary and can be inherited as a relic;
• friends can present a special bouquet - a gorgeous composition of rare buds will remain in the memory of the wedding couple forever;
• it will be appropriate for friends to present young people with stands for icons;
• a huge selection of unusual wedding gifts is in the antique shop, and connoisseurs of antique products will appreciate the figurines of the past centuries;
• a portrait with their image will be a very pleasant gift for the newlyweds; You should order it in advance, and first familiarize yourself with the early works of the artist.

Age for love is not a hindrance, especially if loving hearts decided to seal their union before God after long years of marriage. Many couples go to this event for years, they do not make a decision immediately. But it is extremely difficult to choose a worthwhile gift for the elderly. But there is always a way out, every invited guest will be able to pick up an unusual present. You should pay attention to the following gifts:

• a book with a detailed pedigree about each family member will become an actual gift from children to their parents for a wedding;
• you can order a photo book with images of the highlights of the family life of lovers;
• modern technologies make it possible to create a family film where everyone can congratulate a married couple and say warm words;
• a jewelry box would be a good gift option;
• but the most significant gifts will be dishes and utensils, which are made at monasteries by the hands of parishioners and monks.

Preparing gifts for the sacrament of a wedding is a very serious matter. It is necessary to present a useful and memorable present, and it should in no way offend newlyweds with religious views. Therefore, it is worth considering the following recommendations:

• it is strictly forbidden to give the newlyweds sharp objects, for example, knives, forks, skewers; the piercing-cutting form is associated with danger, anger, sadness and adversity;
• you cannot give a watch, because it is a symbol of parting;
• the composition of the bouquet should not contain chrysanthemums, they are mainly used at funerals;
• household items such as electrical appliances and kitchen utensils;
• it is undesirable to give money, but in some cases it is allowed;

• weapons at such events are, in principle, an inappropriate gift, especially for a wedding;
• cool gizmos from the laughter shop are not relevant for a church event;
• items of other faiths - it is considered bad form to mix religions in one heap;
• married couples who have been married for more than one year should not be given baited clothes and linen.

Having picked up an unusual gift for a young couple, many guests are faced with ignorance of the process of the sacrament of the wedding. The basics, of course, are known to everyone, but only those who have ever been to such an event know when to give gifts. In modern weddings, the wedding ceremony takes place after a state ceremony. A young family goes to church with a marriage document from the registry office. It happens that the wedding takes place on a different day and even after several years of marriage. But these nuances do not affect the procedure for giving gifts.

So, if the wedding event takes place on the same day as the wedding, then the invited guests can present only one gift. Parents in this case will have to look for gifts for both events. After the official ceremonies, the newlyweds are congratulated outside the temple of God, more precisely, during a festive meal.

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