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  West Bengal, a state located in the eastern part of India, is known for its rich culture, vibrant festivals, and delectable cuisine. One of the most significant events in a Bengali's life is their wedding, which is a grand celebration filled with traditions, customs, and rituals. Let's take a closer look at the rich and vibrant Bengali wedding traditions and customs of West Bengal.
  Pre-wedding rituals
  The Bengali wedding ceremonies start with pre-wedding rituals that involve both the bride's and groom's families. The first ritual is the Aashirwad ceremony, where the families exchange gifts and blessings. The groom's family also gifts the bride with a set of traditional Bengali clothes, known as 'Tant saree' or 'Dhakai saree'. The bride's family gifts the groom with a set of traditional attire called 'Dhoti-Punjabi'.
  The next ritual is the Gaye Holud ceremony, where the bride is smeared with turmeric paste by her friends and family members. It is believed to bring good luck and ward off evil spirits. The groom's family also sends a set of new clothes for the bride to wear on the wedding day.
  Wedding day rituals
  On the wedding day, the groom arrives at the bride's house with his family, and they are greeted with a grand welcome. The bride's brothers wash the groom's feet with milk and water, symbolizing their respect and welcoming him into their family.
  The Saat Paak ceremony is the highlight of the Bengali wedding, where the bride sits on a wooden palanquin, and her brothers carry her to the mandap. The groom waits at the mandap, and the bride circles him seven times, symbolizing the seven promises they make to each other. This ceremony signifies their union and commitment to each other.
  The wedding ceremony takes place in front of a sacred fire, and the priest recites mantras and performs rituals. The couple takes seven vows, promising to love and support each other for life. The groom ties the mangalsutra (a sacred thread) around the bride's neck, symbolizing their union. The ceremony ends with the Sindoor Daan ceremony, where the groom applies sindoor (vermilion) on the bride's forehead, signifying her as his wife.
  Post-wedding rituals
  The newlyweds take part in the Bidaai ceremony, where the bride bids farewell to her family and leaves with her husband. The groom's family welcomes the couple with the Bou Bhat ceremony, where the bride cooks and serves a meal for the groom's family.
  The couple then takes part in the Phool Sajja ceremony, where their bedroom is decorated with flowers and candles. The bride and groom spend their first night together as a married couple.
  Conclusion
  The Bengali wedding traditions and customs of West Bengal are an essential part of Bengali culture. From pre-wedding rituals to post-wedding ceremonies, each event is filled with joy, laughter, and love. The customs and traditions have been passed down from generation to generation, and they continue to be an integral part of Bengali culture. A Bengali wedding is not just a celebration of two individuals, but also a celebration of their families, their cultures, and their beliefs.
  
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  <div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">West Bengal, a state located in the eastern part of India, is known for its rich culture, vibrant festivals, and delectable cuisine. One of the most significant events in a Bengali's life is their wedding, which is a grand celebration filled with traditions, customs, and rituals. Let's take a closer look at the rich and vibrant Bengali wedding traditions and customs of West Bengal. <br /> Pre-wedding rituals <br /> The Bengali wedding ceremonies start with pre-wedding rituals that involve both the bride's and groom's families. The first ritual is the Aashirwad ceremony, where the families exchange gifts and blessings. The groom's family also gifts the bride with a set of traditional Bengali clothes, known as 'Tant saree' or 'Dhakai saree'. The bride's family gifts the groom with a set of traditional attire called 'Dhoti-Punjabi'. <br /> The next ritual is the Gaye Holud ceremony, where the bride is smeared with turmeric paste by her friends and family members. It is believed to bring good luck and ward off evil spirits. The groom's family also sends a set of new clothes for the bride to wear on the wedding day. <br /> Wedding day rituals <br /> On the wedding day, the groom arrives at the bride's house with his family, and they are greeted with a grand welcome. The bride's brothers wash the groom's feet with milk and water, symbolizing their respect and welcoming him into their family. <br /> The Saat Paak ceremony is the highlight of the Bengali wedding, where the bride sits on a wooden palanquin, and her brothers carry her to the mandap. The groom waits at the mandap, and the bride circles him seven times, symbolizing the seven promises they make to each other. This ceremony signifies their union and commitment to each other. <br /> The wedding ceremony takes place in front of a sacred fire, and the priest recites mantras and performs rituals. The couple takes seven vows, promising to love and support each other for life. The groom ties the mangalsutra (a sacred thread) around the bride's neck, symbolizing their union. The ceremony ends with the Sindoor Daan ceremony, where the groom applies sindoor (vermilion) on the bride's forehead, signifying her as his wife. <br /> Post-wedding rituals <br /> The newlyweds take part in the Bidaai ceremony, where the bride bids farewell to her family and leaves with her husband. The groom's family welcomes the couple with the Bou Bhat ceremony, where the bride cooks and serves a meal for the groom's family. <br /> The couple then takes part in the Phool Sajja ceremony, where their bedroom is decorated with flowers and candles. The bride and groom spend their first night together as a married couple. <br /> Conclusion <br /> The Bengali wedding traditions and customs of West Bengal are an essential part of Bengali culture. From pre-wedding rituals to post-wedding ceremonies, each event is filled with joy, laughter, and love. The customs and traditions have been passed down from generation to generation, and they continue to be an integral part of Bengali culture. A Bengali wedding is not just a celebration of two individuals, but also a celebration of their families, their cultures, and their beliefs. <br /> <br /> Join the Bar Byoli Matrimony to get instant matching profiles - <a href="https://www.barbyoli.in/register" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.barbyoli.in/register</a> <br /> Or download the Bar Byoli Matrimony App from Google Play Store using below link <br /> <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=in.barbyoli.mobile&hl=en_IN&gl=US" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=in.barbyoli.mobile&hl=en_IN&gl=US</a> <br /> Official blog link: <br /> <a href="https://www.barbyoli.in/home/the-rich-and-vibrant-bengali-wedding-traditions-and-customs-of-west-bengal/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.barbyoli.in/home/the-rich-and-vibrant-bengali-wedding-traditions-and-customs-of-west-bengal/</a></div>

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