The Water Ceremony
There is a beautiful tradition still being observed in some Native American communities today which sanctifies the union of a bride and groom. Because water signifies life, a 2 spouted vase is designed for this purpose and made by the groom‘s parents.
Then the groom, along with his parents and all his relatives go to the bride's house to present the vase.
Water is poured into the wedding vase, and the vase is given to the bride who drinks from one side of the vase, turns it around, and gives it to the groom, who then drinks from the opposite side. This ceremony symbolizes unity.
The wedding vase is treasured and displayed at a prominent place of honor in their new home to remind the couple throughout their married life that they are one.Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother: and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be as one flesh. Genesis 2:24
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