Heaven and earth are witnesses to marriage
In a traditional Chinese wedding, worshipping heaven and earth is an essential ritual. Worshipping heaven and earth is a kind of respect and gratitude for the bride and groom to the gods, ancestors, and parents of heaven and earth, and it is also a commitment to marriage.
1. The process of worshipping heaven and earth
The bride and groom, led by the matchmaker, come to the wedding hall with offerings.
The bride and groom kneel before the offering table, facing heaven and earth.
The matchmaker recites the greetings of worshipping heaven and earth.
The bride and groom raise their hands and bow to heaven and earth.
The bride and groom then bow to their parents and thank them for their nurturing grace.
2. Special rules
There are many special rules for worshipping heaven and earth.
When worshipping heaven and earth, the bride and groom must wear traditional wedding dresses.
Offerings to heaven and earth generally include fruits, pastries, drinks, etc.
The greetings of worshipping heaven and earth are generally recited by matchmakers, and the content expresses the respect and gratitude of the bride and groom to the gods, ancestors, and parents of heaven and earth.
When the bride and groom worship heaven and earth, they must raise their hands and bow to heaven and earth.
3. The meaning of worshipping heaven and earth
Worshipping heaven and earth is an important ritual in traditional weddings.
It expresses respect and gratitude to the gods, ancestors, and parents of heaven and earth.
Commitment to fidelity and responsibility to marriage.
Pray for the happiness of the newlyweds.