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Sunday, August 1, 2010

A Brief History of Hindu Marriages

Marriage is considered as a sacred communion between the bride and groom along with their respective families. Hinduism gives a lot of importance on sacred institute of matrimony. It is not only a personal event but also a social event, as it is witnessed by the whole society. It marks the beginning of Grihasth Ashram for the couple. The Hindu matrimony is very symbolic one; each tradition has its own meaning and importance for successful matrimony.