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GLOSSARY ABOUT ORTHODOX WEDDING

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General Terms for Orthodox Weddings

  1. Orthodox wedding

  2. Holy matrimony

  3. Sacred union

  4. Religious ceremony

  5. Traditional wedding

  6. Byzantine influence

  7. Church wedding

  8. Liturgical service

  9. Christian marriage

  10. Faithful celebration

  11. Orthodox traditions

  12. Divine blessing

  13. Religious customs

  14. Iconic rituals

  15. Holy Trinity

  16. Orthodox Church

  17. Sacred vows

  18. Eternal commitment

  19. Liturgical hymns

  20. Marriage blessings

Pre-Wedding
Customs

  1. Engagement blessings

  2. Ring exchange

  3. Proskomide (preparation)

  4. Couple's confession

  5. Fasting period

  6. Spiritual readiness

  7. Priest’s blessing

  8. Parental approval

  9. Candle lighting

  10. Pre-wedding prayers

  11. Family involvement

  12. Traditional matchmaking

  13. Blessing of the rings

  14. Dowry traditions

  15. Wedding fasting

  16. Bride’s preparation

  17. Groom’s preparation

  18. Spiritual counseling

  19. Commitment ceremony

  20. Engagement announcement

Wedding Ceremony Rituals

  1. Crowning ceremony

  2. Stefana crowns

  3. Sacramental union

  4. Circling the altar

  5. Wedding procession

  6. Lighting candles

  7. Blessing of crowns

  8. Epistle reading

  9. Gospel reading

  10. Common cup

  11. Dance of Isaiah

  12. Priest’s prayers

  13. Holy water blessing

  14. Candle procession

  15. Liturgical chants

  16. Hymn of the Virgin Mary

  17. Exchanging crowns

  18. Communion wine

  19. Church incense

  20. Icon blessings

Post-Wedding Traditions

  1. Wedding feast

  2. Family toasts

  3. Festive dance

  4. Celebratory songs

  5. Breaking bread

  6. Traditional sweets

  7. Money dance

  8. Toasting wine

  9. Community blessing

  10. Honeymoon departure

  11. Greek-style dancing

  12. Zorba dance

  13. Family gathering

  14. Groom’s farewell

  15. Bride’s farewell

  16. Reception speeches

  17. Blessing the home

  18. Generational blessings

  19. Couple’s first dance

  20. Sharing the cake

Symbols and Rituals

  1. Wedding crowns

  2. Unity candles

  3. Common cup ritual

  4. Sacred incense

  5. Holy icons

  6. Gospel book

  7. Gold cross pendants

  8. Olive branches

  9. Laurel wreaths

  10. Vine symbols

  11. Eternal circle

  12. Divine light

  13. Symbolic unity

  14. Holy oil

  15. Sacred scripture

  16. Ancestral blessings

  17. Spiritual guidance

  18. Church relics

  19. Faithful union

  20. Sacred space

Attire and Accessories

  1. Orthodox bridal gown

  2. Embroidered veil

  3. Groom’s suit

  4. Lace accents

  5. Handcrafted tiara

  6. Traditional sash

  7. Bridesmaid attire

  8. Flower crowns

  9. Gold jewelry

  10. Pearl necklaces

  11. Groom’s cufflinks

  12. Orthodox cross

  13. Wedding cape

  14. Ornate details

  15. Flowing robes

  16. Satin gloves

  17. Handmade Stefana

  18. Beaded embellishments

  19. Custom-made gowns

  20. Vintage styles

Foods and
Drinks

  1. Traditional bread

  2. Wedding wine

  3. Honey cake

  4. Baklava

  5. Sweets table

  6. Fasting-friendly meals

  7. Lamb roast

  8. Traditional pastries

  9. Loukoumades

  10. Tsoureki bread

  11. Koliva (blessing dish)

  12. Festive desserts

  13. Meat platters

  14. Cheese boards

  15. Olive appetizers

  16. Wine pairings

  17. Honey desserts

  18. Fresh fruits

  19. Coffee offerings

  20. Toasting champagne

Music and Entertainment

  1. Byzantine chants

  2. Liturgical music

  3. Choir hymns

  4. Orthodox melodies

  5. Live instruments

  6. Bouzouki music

  7. Dance of Isaiah song

  8. Traditional folk music

  9. Line dancing

  10. Family performers

  11. Celebratory chants

  12. Bride’s dance

  13. Groom’s dance

  14. Couple’s song

  15. Father-daughter dance

  16. Live band

  17. Traditional storytelling

  18. Greek anthem

  19. Wedding DJ

  20. Reception entertainment

Church and Venue

  1. Orthodox chapel

  2. Byzantine architecture

  3. Iconostasis

  4. Marble altar

  5. Sacred icons

  6. Candlelit aisles

  7. Religious frescoes

  8. Holy altar

  9. Golden chandeliers

  10. Stained glass windows

  11. Liturgical décor

  12. Grand cathedral

  13. Outdoor chapels

  14. Icon corner

  15. Bell tower

  16. Small parish church

  17. Family churches

  18. Sacred relics

  19. Rural churches

  20. Monastic settings

Spiritual and Emotional Elements

  1. Divine love

  2. Holy unity

  3. Eternal blessing

  4. Spiritual connection

  5. Ancestral pride

  6. Faithful devotion

  7. Loving commitment

  8. Sacred promises

  9. Family legacy

  10. Emotional joy

  11. Shared spirituality

  12. Religious fulfillment

  13. Couple’s bond

  14. Faith-driven vows

  15. Sacred covenant

  16. Holy scripture

  17. Family unity

  18. Generational faith

  19. Emotional hymns

  20. Blessed union

Modern Orthodox Influences

  1. Blended ceremonies

  2. Cultural fusion

  3. Destination Orthodox weddings

  4. Multicultural influences

  5. Creative décor

  6. Contemporary attire

  7. Nontraditional hymns

  8. Customized crowns

  9. Personalized vows

  10. Reception innovations

  11. Virtual invitations

  12. Live-streamed services

  13. Trendy photography

  14. Updated iconography

  15. Modern family dynamics

  16. Digital planning

  17. Eco-friendly elements

  18. Heritage preservation

  19. Social media themes

  20. DIY traditions