Unveiling Jain Marriage Traditions: Rituals and Insight

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Decoding Jain Marriage Their Rituals More
8 Jain Marriage Rituals Customs
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1. Khol Barana and Tikka
These are the pre-wedding ceremonies. During the
Khol Barana ceremony, the grooms family presents
the bride with a silver plate containing a
blessed coconut and Shagun. In the Tilak
ceremony, the brides family visits the grooms
home, bringing gifts to mark the occasion.
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2. Lagana Lekhan or Lagana Patrika Vachan
Lagana Lekhan is a small puja held at the brides
home. Following this, the groom performs the
Vinayakyantra puja, also known as Lagana Patrika
Vachan. This ceremony can be conducted on any
auspicious date, during the ring exchange, or as
determined by the priest.
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3. Sagai or Engagement
In the Jain community, the tilak ceremony
involves the bride's family visiting the groom's
home to exchange gifts, sweets, and blessings,
symbolizing the official engagement and the
family's approval of the union.
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4. Mehendi
Similar to customs in many other communities,
this ceremony involves applying intricate mehendi
designs on the bride's hands and legs, as well as
the groom's hands. The detailed patterns
symbolize joy and beauty, marking an important
pre-wedding ritual in their cultural traditions.
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5. Bana Betai
In the Jain community, the traditional haldi
ceremony is uniquely observed by applying a paste
made from chickpea flour, or besan, to the bride
and groom's bodies, rather than the usual
turmeric paste. This is followed by a ritualistic
bath, symbolizing purification and preparation
for their new life together. The use of besan
reflects Jain customs, which emphasize purity and
simplicity in their pre-wedding rituals.
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6. Mada Mandap
The Mada Mandap is a sacred space in Jain
weddings where key rituals are performed.
Decorated with flowers and symbols of purity,
it's where the couple takes vows, signifying the
union of two souls in the presence of family and
deities.