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Sikh wedding

Sikh wedding saga · 14 sacred ceremonies

Anand Karaj

'Blissful union' – the sacred Sikh wedding ceremony conducted in the presence of Guru Granth Sahib. Four lavaan (hymns) circumambulate the Guru, binding two souls in one light.
Laavanfour sacred rounds
Ragishymn singers
Pallāgroom's sash

“They are not husband and wife who only sit together; they are husband and wife who have one spirit in two bodies.” – Guru Amar Das

Anand Karaj ceremony

Roka

family consent

Kurmai

formal betrothal

Akhand Path

continuous recitation

Maiyan/Haldi

purification

Mehndi

henna ceremony

Choora

bridal bangles

Kalire

umbrella charms

Baraat

groom's procession

Milni

families meet

Anand Karaj

sacred wedding

Langar

community meal

Vidaai

bridal farewell

Reception

blessings & feast

Dholi

traditional music

Loved Ones' Blessings
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