Friday, May 2, 2008

WITH THIS RING

WEDDING
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WITH THIS RING
According to most historians, the Egyptians were the first to use wedding rings in their marriage ceremonies. They believed that the circle represented eternity; so the ring was a perfect symbol for a lasting marriage. The same historians also credit the Egyptians with seeing the third finger of the left hand as the ring finger. They believed that a vein from this finger went directly to the heart and so if this finger were circled with a gold ring, the love was captured and would not escape. Whether they know the history behind it or not, this is the reason many women never remove their wedding rings.
Another part of this lovely ring tradition is thqt the third finger of the left hand is considered to be the "weakest" even though it is not the smallest. Because of its perceived weakness, it is the most dependent on the others for help in lifting and holding. For many couples over the years, this has become a symbol of their combined strength as a couple. Alone they can do many things, but together they can conquer many more.
Our ancestors believed that if the wedding ring didn't fit perfectly, it was sign that the couple was incompatible for married life. While rings have been important to many generations of brides, there has never been a law requiring their use. It is the strength of tradition that today's couples aren't likely to consider marrying without one. Stop in for more traditions and ideas on how to adapt them to make your wedding unique.
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