Weddings are in danger! The woman's relatives and friends asked for 50 Chinese cigarettes, the reality of material kidnapping
Kidnapped at the wedding scene.
On February 5, 2024, a sudden crisis occurred at a wedding in Huai'an, Jiangsu Province. When the groom was picking up the bride, he was blocked at the door by the bride's relatives and friends, who asked for 30 Chinese cigarettes to enter the door. This request made the groom reluctant to compromise and had to meet their material demands. This incident is not only worrying, but also highlights the trend of commercialization and materialization of weddings in modern society.
Think about the meaning of a wedding, it is supposed to be a time of blessing and celebration and should not be tied down by material things. However, in this case, what was exposed was the excessive need for money and a distorted understanding of the wedding ceremony. Normally, the wedding ceremony is a time for the bride and groom to congratulate and bless the bride and groom, but these people turn their attention to the material. This act of material hijacking not only destroys the harmonious atmosphere of the wedding, but also puts serious financial pressure on the bride and groom.
At this event, the bride's relatives and friends asked for 30 Chinese cigarettes as a condition of entry. According to the 2024 market**, a Chinese cigarette in Jiangsu will cost about 50 yuan. Therefore, the total value of these 30 Chinese cigarettes is 1500 yuan. This is undoubtedly a lot of money for an ordinary family. In fact, the groom's promise was also forced by this sudden request, and he had to bear this financial burden.
This incident has sparked discussion and reflection on the commercialization of marriage. With the development of society, weddings have become more than just a matter between two people, but have become a huge industrial chain. Many people invest a lot of money and energy in their weddings in pursuit of a perfect, grand wedding. Wedding companies, wedding photography, wedding hotels and other companies have also seized this business opportunity and launched a variety of wedding services. However, in the midst of this wave of commercialization, some people have abused the wedding and turned it into a pursuit of money and an opportunity to take advantage.
This kind of material kidnapping not only brings huge financial pressure to the bride and groom, but also destroys the purity and solemnity of the marriage. We must realize that the essence of a wedding is a happy event for two people, and it should not be driven by interests, let alone kidnapped by material things.
The problem of commercialization of weddings.
This wedding crisis event reflects the importance of the issue of commercialization of modern weddings. Wedding commercialization has become a social phenomenon, which has not only changed the form of weddings, but also changed people's understanding and expectations of wedding ceremonies. Under the wave of commercialization, weddings pay more and more attention to the form and surface gorgeousness, ignoring the true connotation and meaning of marriage.
Merchants promote a variety of wedding services through various means, including wedding photography, wedding planning, wedding hotels and other wedding services, so that people can experience a prosperous and luxurious wedding. Weddings once became a feast of consumption, and people couldn't help but be materialistic. However, this kind of marriage born of business often ignores the essence of marriage and ignores people's blessings for marriage.
The impact of commercialization on weddings can be seen in this incident, where the groom was asked to provide 30 Chinese cigarettes to enter the house. The fact that the groom has to meet this material requirement is partly a reflection of the penetration of commercial thinking into weddings. Commercialized marriage leads people to have false expectations of marriage, putting the pursuit of material and form above marriage, and ignoring the commitment to marriage and the cultivation of feelings.
However, we must recognize that marriage is not just a wedding, it is a commitment and responsibility. The true meaning of marriage lies in the emotion and trust between two people, not the prosperity and splendor of the wedding. The commercialization of marriage has made us forget the respect and cherishing of marriage, reducing marriage to a material transaction. These commercial marriages not only hurt the feelings of the newlyweds, but also lost the purity and sanctity of marriage.
The right attitude towards the wedding.
This wedding crisis is an important wake-up call for us to return our attitude towards weddings to the simplicity and innocence of the past. Weddings should not be a commercial celebration, let alone be held hostage by material things. The meaning of a wedding is the commitment of two people and a vision of the future, and should not be an opportunity to ask for money and party.
For newlyweds, they must be true to themselves and maintain the cherishing and respect for their marriage. Marriage is a common memory of two people, a commitment and agreement between two people. They can't let material needs and business pressures influence their choices. The essence of marriage is affection and trust between two people, not money and flashy appearances.
For friends and family, they should start with kindness and blessings, and should not put too high demands and expectations on the newcomer. Marriage is a solemn ceremony, a testimony and blessing of two people's feelings. As friends and family, you should wish the couple well-wishing from the bottom of your heart, rather than using the wedding as an opportunity to make money.
The value of wedding customs returns.
This marital crisis has also made us re-examine the value and meaning of marriage customs. Marriage customs are a continuation of social traditions, representing blessings for the couple and expectations for marriage. In wedding customs, the bride's relatives and friends will test the groom's sincerity and courage through some small games or puzzles, adding a festive atmosphere to the wedding. However, in this case, the marriage custom becomes a material requirement and loses its original positive meaning.
Wedding customs should be a fun and solemn tradition for the bride and groom and their family and friends to share joy and happiness. Wedding customs should emphasize the importance and value of marriage, rather than competition for material benefits and requirements.
This incident reminds us that we should re-emphasize wedding customs for the sake of the blessings of the bride and groom and the expectation of marriage. When we participate in important occasions such as weddings, we should respect the wishes of the bride and groom and avoid making excessively harsh or unreasonable demands. As for the bride and groom, they should also keep to themselves, don't be swayed by unreasonable pressure, and ensure that the wedding goes smoothly.
In conclusion, this marital crisis has made people reflect on the commercialization and materialization of modern marriage. Marriage should not be held hostage by business and materialism, but should return to respect and expectation for marriage. Marriage customs should emphasize celebration and blessing rather than competing interests and material needs. We must maintain respect and respect for marriage and make it the beginning of a happy journey for both of us.