Wedding Traditions by CyperusGreetings.com

Afghan wedding celebrations are traditionally large events occurring in the evening and lasting until the early hours of the morning with much dancing and eating occurring. When the bride enters the room she is flanked by an entourage of ladies who are dressed just as regally as the bride. The event is similar to that of a queen entering the room as everyone stands and admires the bride. For good luck and happiness the Koran is passed over their heads and henna is painted on their palms.

Islamic wedding traditions follow Muslim law and while each country has its own variances for the most part they follow the same principals. A large percentage of Muslim weddings are still prearranged and in many cases the groom is not permitted to see the bride before the wedding day. At the wedding ceremony and reception the sexes are segregated. Performed at many Arabic weddings is the practice of carrying the bride and groom on chairs while dancing around them in a circle. The dance performed is called the “Dabke”, which is a traditional folk dance.