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Jewish
The bride and groom sign a "Ketubah", a Jewish marriage contract. The document will be framed and displayed in the couple's home.
The groom studies the bride's face underneath her veil. This is because in the Biblical story of Jacob, he accidentally married the wrong woman after she covered her face with a veil.
Jewish wedding bands are simple, with no decorations. This symbolizes that there is no beginning, and no end, in the union.
The men should all wear yamulkes.
Jewish parents escort their children down the aisle.
The wedding is performed under a canopy called a huppah. This canopy symbolizes God's protection.
There are seven wedding blessings in a Jewish ceremony.
The tradition of the groom stepping on a wine glass symbolizes the fragility of human happiness.
Jewish brides and grooms are given a short time alone immediately following the ceremony, prior to the reception. In the past, this was when the marriage was consummated, however now it is a time for the bride and groom to be alone and reflect on their wedding.
Korean
Traditional Korean weddings are held in the bride's home. The groom travels to the bride's home in a procession.
The couple shares three spoonfuls of rice, which represents the meals they will share for the rest of their lives. They pour a Korean liquor made of rice into two cups which have been made from the same gourd. This symbolizes the union of their souls.
Ducks and geese are very important in the Korean wedding ceremony and may be incorporated in. Ducks and geese mate for life, symbolizing faithfulness.
The bride wears a chogori, which is a short, long-sleeved jacket and a chima, which is a full length, wrap-around skirt. She may wear a white sash decorated with flowers or symbols of significance to the bride, as well as a crown or headpiece.
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