33 Traditional Wedding Vows To Inspire You

1. 33 TRADITIONAL WEDDING VOWS TO INSPIRE YOU www.weddingforward.com

2. How To Write Wedding Vows? Writing your wedding vows can definitely be intimidating, but once they begin most couples find it a rich and rewarding experience. Following a few simple templates can make the process much easier. Who says their vows first? Traditionally, the groom says his wedding vows first, followed by the bride. But you don’t have to stick to this tradition — in some couples, the bride goes first and some even do them together. It’s about whatever feels right for you as a couple. How long does it take to say wedding vows? Again, this will be down to you. Some couples want to keep it short and traditional, others want to fill it with personal details. There’s no set rule, but between 30 seconds and two minutes is a good estimate. If you’re unsure of where to start, here are some traditional wedding vows to give you inspiration.

3. Protestant Wedding Vows Protestantism is a rich religion and the second largest form of Christianity worldwide, comprised of over 900 million followers around the globe. Because these followers are divided among many different branches, it’s a fertile area for vow inspiration, with many different Christian wedding vows to choose from. Basic Protestant Vows The basic vows make up some of the most popular standard Christian wedding vows. In addition to the traditional ring ceremony, a unity candle is sometimes included in the service. Example: “I, (name), take thee, (name), to be my wedded husband/wife, to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death do us part, according to God’s holy ordinance; and thereto I pledge thee my faith [or] pledge myself to you.” Some people might choose to keep the key parts of these romantic vows, even in a non-religious ceremony.

4. Presbyterian Wedding Vows The traditional Presbyterian wedding vows are another beautiful take on the traditional Christian wedding vows — again, the couple can speak their vows or simply respond to the officiant. Example: “I, (name), take thee (name), to be my wedded husband/wife, and I do promise and covenant, before God and these witnesses, to be thy loving and faithful wife/husband; in plenty and in want, in joy and in sorrow, in sickness and in health, as long as we both shall live.” Example: “Officiant: (Name), wilt thou have this woman/man to be thy wife/husband, and wilt thou pledge thy faith to him/her, in all love and honor, in all duty and service, in all faith and tenderness, to live with her/him, and cherish her/him, according to the ordinance of God, in the holy bond of marriage? Couple: I do.”

5. Jewish Wedding Vows The traditional Jewish wedding vow is beautiful and an important part of the elaborate, joyful Jewish wedding ceremony. The bride and groom say one simple sentence that ties them to their religion and to each other. Example: “Haray at mekudeshet lee beh-taba’at zo keh-dat Moshe veh-Yisrael.” Translated into English, this means: “Behold, you are consecrated to me with this ring according to the laws of Moses and Israel.” In Jewish ceremonies, especially more modern occasions, you can also sometimes find a ring vow. Example: “With this ring, you are made holy to me, for I love you as my soul. You are now my wife.”

6. Hindu Traditional Wedding Vows Vows, as we think of them, are not part of the complex and layered Hindu wedding ceremony, but the Seven Steps — also known as the SapthaPadhi — is a beautiful part of the ceremony where the couple makes promises to each other. Example: “Let us take the first step to provide for our household a nourishing and pure diet, avoiding those foods injurious to healthy living. Let us take the second step to develop physical, mental, and spiritual powers. Let us take the third step to increase our wealth by righteous means and proper use. Let us take the fourth step to acquire knowledge, happiness, and harmony by mutual love and trust. Let us take the fifth step so that we are blessed with strong, virtuous, and heroic children. Let us take the sixth step for self-restraint and longevity. Finally, let us take the seventh step and be true companions and remain lifelong partners by this wedlock.”

7. Nondenominational Wedding Vows For those who want traditional wedding vow examples but don’t want to adhere to a particular religion, non-denominational wedding vows are a good place to start. Many of them include the familiar for richer or for poorer vows, but some are more modern. Example: “I (name), take thee (name), to be my husband/wife. To have and to hold, in sickness and in health, for richer or for poorer, and I promise my love to you forevermore.” Example: “I, (name), take you, (name), to be my husband/wife. To share the good times and hard times side by side. I humbly give you my hand and my heart as a sanctuary of warmth and peace, and pledge my faith and love to you. Just as this circle is without end, my love for you is eternal. Just as it is made of incorruptible substance, my commitment to you will never fail. With this ring, I thee wed.”

8. Examples Of Quaker Wedding Oath Quaker wedding ceremonies are lovely and open, with moments of silence where anyone who is moved to speak can share their thoughts. There is a traditional wedding oath and Quaker readings are also often included. Example: “In the presence of God and these our friends, I take thee to be my wife/husband, promising with divine assistance to be unto thee a loving and faithful husband/wife so long as we both shall live.” Example: “Marriage has always been regarded by Friends as a religious commitment rather than a merely civil contract. Both partners should offer with God’s help an intention to cherish one another for life. Remember that happiness depends on an understanding and steadfast love on both sides. In times of difficulty remind yourself of the value of prayer, of perseverance and of a sense of humor.”

9. Celtic Vows For Wedding Celtic wedding vows tend to be incredibly poetic, making them a great option for couples of any background hoping for romantic wedding vows or just looking to incorporate some stunning romantic quotes. Example: “Ye are blood of my blood, and bone of my bone. I give ye my body, that we two might be one. I give ye my spirit, ’til our life shall be done. You cannot possess me for I belong to myself But while we both wish it, I give you that which is mine to give You cannot command me, for I am a free person But I shall serve you in those ways you require and the honeycomb will taste sweeter coming from my hand.”

10. Whether or not you want to use traditional wedding vows or religious wedding vows in your ceremony, these vows provide such a rich, traditional background for you to build upon. Don’t hesitate to take your favorite lines or metaphors from different vows and tie them together in something truly unique. It’s your wedding — so you’re in charge. Whatever words and lines best represent you and your partner — whatever words speak to you — it’s important to go with what feels right. See more here: https://www.weddingforward.com/traditional-wedding-vows/