Three Times Lucky for the Greeks
Greek weddings contain three key traditions; each occurring three times, three represents the Trinity and thus eternity. The first involves the exchange of rings, the best man exchanges the rings three times between the bride and the groom. Next, the couple is crowned. Two crowns, each made of gold or twig are exchanged. The crowns are joined by single ribbon and are exchanged three times over. The ribbon represents the couple’s unity. And lastly the ceremonial walk, which represents the couple’s first steps together as a married couple. Guests are given an odd number of candied almonds, the odd number represents the couple’s combined strength and the almonds are a symbol of fertility.
