Jewish Wedding Blog

Interfaith Ketubahs: A Symbol of Unity and Diversity

In today’s world, boundaries are constantly pushed, and differences are celebrated. Interfaith marriages are becoming increasingly common, joining together two individuals from different backgrounds, cultures, and…

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Beyond Tradition: The Art of Unique Ketubah Designs

When we think of the traditional Jewish marriage contract, the ketubah, we often imagine a plain document, written in Hebrew and adorned with a simple illustration…

CONTEMPORARY KETUBAHS

Breaking Boundaries: The World of Contemporary Ketubahs

The ancient Jewish tradition of the ketubah, a Jewish marriage contract, is intended to establish what the groom will provide for his bride on their wedding…

KETUBAH DESIGN: AN OVERVIEW

Judaism has historically inspired a wide array of Jewish religious art – whether it be handicrafts or fine art. From the remains of ancient synagogues such…

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Lasting Jewish Wedding Traditions and Origins

When a Jewish couple prepares for their Jewish wedding ceremony, whether Orthodox or Reform, several cultural Jewish wedding traditions continue to be observed before, during, and…

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The Ketubah: its Meaning, Importance, and Implications in Jewish Tradition

According to Jewish law, a Jewish wedding must meet two fundamental requirements. The first is that the bride and groom willingly enter into their marriage, and…

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A Marriage of Modern and Traditional with Papercut Ketubah Designs

A Ketubah is a powerful symbol of love, faith, tradition, and commitment within the Jewish marriage tradition, whose origins can be traced over two millennia. A…

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New Modern Ketubah Designs for Modern Jewish Wedding Contracts

One of the most significant considerations made by Jewish and interfaith couples is the creation of their Ketubah, the traditional, religious covenant and binding civil contract…

Shabbat Chatan or Aufruf: Celebrating the Groom

If you have just received your first Aufruf invitation or a Shabbat Chatan invitation, you may very well be wondering what it is all about? The…