What is the proper way to congratulate an Indian Couple when they are to be married?
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shake hands and congratulate them.  Don't hug or kiss the girl on her cheek..its very rude. just shake shake.....strike a pose.......and move out of the other 2000 ppl in line so run for your life!!!!!!!! \n\nMob of indian ppl at a wedding are soo funny!
1053461
please to be mentioning that you are an indian from india,\nif you are an indian from india
1066108
Depending on where you are is the answer.  I am married to a Pakistani man and I had a small wedding the American way but I also got married at a mosque.  Pakistanis have very beautiful weddings there dresses are usually very colorful and very very nice.  I have seen from video other family members weddings the way they do it and I am very jealous because if I could I would do it that way, I would.  My husband is very nice and now we have 2 anniversaries 1 week apart because the first one was my way by a preacher and his way by an Iman.  I love the way the way they get married and how the people dress for it but that is my opinion.  Talk to the man you are gonna marry and see what he says.  If you want a beautiful wedding dress then he should understand but depending on how your wedding is gonna be is what you should wear because if you wed the Pakistani way I don't think the white wedding dress will be appropriate.
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Engagement ceremonies vary tremendously depending on cultural backgrounds and traditions. You'll have to be more specific.
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Emily Post says nothing specifically about it, but I don't think you do write a note inside.  The bride will likely never even see it, since all of her necessary info is on the outside!  Here's a few more pointers...\n\nTips on being the perfect guest \n\n\nRSVP. Immediately. \nRSVP is French for “please respond” (répondez s’il vous plaît). Your most important obligation as a guest is to respond to the invitation immediately, especially if you are unable to attend. At the very least, it allows your host and hostess enough time to give an accurate count to the caterer. There is usually a card to return with your reply. If not, you may write a formal reply or a note indicating your intention. \n\n\nRespect your invitation. \nDo not ask your host or hostess if you can bring a date or your children. The invitation will be addressed to the people invited. If you may bring a guest, your invitation will read “Mr. John Phelps and guest.” If your children are invited, they will either receive their own personal invitations or their names will be listed under yours on the envelope. This is not the time to question your host’s decision, to argue or to beg for an exception. And, please, do not add their names to a reply card or show up with them anyway! \n\n\nSend a gift. \nIf you are invited to the ceremony and/or reception, you should send a gift, whether you are attending or not. Generally, gifts are sent to the bride in advance of the wedding. In some localities, gifts are brought to the reception and placed on a special table. If you hear from family that the couple would prefer a charitable donation—as in the case of an older couple or an encore wedding —please respect their wishes. If you receive an announcement after the wedding has taken place, you may send a gift if you wish, but you have no obligation to do so. It is nice to acknowledge the announcement with a card or a note expressing your best wishes. \n\n\nBe on your BEST behavior.\nBe on time, wear appropriate clothing and be respectful during the marriage ceremony. Pay your respects to the hosts, the wedding party and other guests at the reception. And remember. \n\n“The good guest is almost invisible, enjoying him- or herself, communing with fellow guests, and, most of all, enjoying the generous hospitality of the hosts.” - E. Post
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Got a friend in India, he says that they Dont know they will love each other, usually it is becuz of status that families marry. They dont believe in divorce whether they love the person or not.
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same with any westerners marrying Thais. Its okay, its win win situation, they want you, you want her. Life goes on.
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All Questions and Answers in Yahoo! Answers should be only in the English language. Or, they should at least be accompanied by a translation in English.\nOtherwise, somebody or other [not me !] is bound to report you for abuse ! \nYou have asked in Hindi, 'I love a girl very much, while she does NOT. She is getting married on 29 July, so what am I to do ?'\n...As this girl does not even care two paise for you, it is meaningless for you to keep-on thinking about your one-sided 'love' !\nIf you are a true gentleman, and if you [at least !] 'truly' love her, you will simply wish that girl a long and happy married life - and let her go her own way in peace.\n....You give the distinct impression that yours was not actually 'love', but a childish infatuation based on the girl's beauty - which [due to seeing too many Hindi films and TV serials !] made you imagine that you were 'in love'.\nSTOP dreaming and start living - like a REAL human being.
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-Tell your parenents u wanna marry\n\n-put your caller tune as meri shadi karado\n\n-if nothing works run away and marry in a shiv mandir\n\ngood luck
1057798
They are intermarried, that is the parents participate the arrangement of his/her daughter to someone close to their family member.That is same for Malay traditional. The hindus invke lord Ganesh,and also the holy fire which by law and traditional no hindu marriage is deemed complete unless in the presence of the sacred fire. Giving away the bride to groom,tying the holy necklace and finally the bride will step on the stone
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Happy wife=happy life.\nKeep her happy and you'll do just fine.
956254
I am from Australia\nas this country is multi-cultural; then we do not really have any fixed customs as such.\nhowever -  some things that have usually been done here are:-\n the groom & his attendants are already in place with the celebrant when the bride enters the ceremony venue being escorted by her father. the bridal attendants would precede the bride down the aisle.\nthe couples families & other guests would then often place ""good luck charms"" ( horseshoes;hearts;shoes - made from ribbons/cardboard/crocheted; & attached to a ribbon) over the arm of the bride as she & the groom walked back down the aisle.\nas the emerged from the church - the assembled guest would throw confetti over the couple ( this has been replaced by flower petals/bird seed/bubbles)\nat thestart of the reception - all the guests are assembled at their tables & the couple "announced" as they enter the room\nat the end of the reception the guests would form an arch of linked hands for the couple to walk under & every one hugs/kisses them as they leave\nask how her parents conducted their wedding.\nif you have any "australiana stores in your area you may be able to purchase things that you could use a favours or decorations\nmany brides also use the verse \n"something old; 'something new; something borrowed ; something blue; & a sixpence in your shoe: \nwhen putting their outfits together- all the items are meant for good luck \n the something old can be a grandmothers brooch pinned on or into the dress; \nmail me if I can be of further help
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Introduce the bride & groom as they enter the reception, "ladies & gentleman...may I introduce Mr & Mrs  John Smith"...applause applause...you would also do the a toast...tell some funny story about them as children or some anetdote (sp?) that their parents might share...and wish them much happiness yadda yadda...also introduce the band, thank everybody for coming...make various announcements as needed...that sort of thing...oh..& dress real nice too!
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Sample Ceremony\n\nNotary states, "Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today (tonight) to join this man and this woman in (holy) matrimony."\n\nExchange of Vows\n\nNotary asks the man, "(his name), do you take this woman to be your wife, to live together in (holy) matrimony, to love, honor, comfort her and keep her in sickness and in health, and forsaking all others, for as long as you both shall live?"\n\nMan answers, "I do."\n\nNotary asks the woman, "(her name), do you take this man to be your husband, to live together in (holy) matrimony, to love, honor, comfort him and keep him in sickness and in health, and forsaking all others, for as long as you both shall live?"\n\nWoman answers, "I do."\n\nNotary states, "Repeat after me:"\n\nTo the man: "I, (his name), take you (her name ), to be my wife, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death do us part."\n\nTo the woman: "I, (her name), take you (his name ), to be my husband, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better for worse, for richer for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death do us part."\n\nExchange of Rings\n\nNotary asks the man to place the ring on the woman's finger and to repeat the following, "I give you this ring as a token and pledge of our constant faith and abiding love." (Repeat the same for the woman).\n\nPronouncement\n\nNotary asks the couple to join hands, then declares, "By virtue of the authority vested in me under the laws of the State of Florida, I now pronounce you husband and wife. The bride and groom may now kiss."
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When announcing a marriage that is not going to be having a follow-up reception, keep it simple.  Simply stating (for example)- It is with great pleasure to announce that on (enter date, 2006), (enter name of bride) and (enter name of groom) vowed their love and devotion to eachother in a (for example) seaside ceremony on the beaches of Hawaii.  May they have a happly and blessed life together.\n\nPeople don't really need any other information than that.  Many people understand that in today's day, age and economy, a reception is an unnecessary expense.  Those that are close enough to you already know and anyone that wants to send a gift will have access to your address from the return address on the envelope.  There is no tactful way to present the gift issue if you are not having a reception.  It would be untactful to register somewhere and include that information.  If whomever you are sending the announcements to has an actual impact on your lives, they will send a gift.
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you are going to have to be straightforward and direct with them. You tell them point blank, this is the woman I have chosen, if you love me then you will have to accept her. Tell them she will be your wife, and you are expecting to see enough respect out of them not to ruin your joy. When they see you will stand beside your wife-to-be at all cost, they will submit. Be sure to guard your lady against their rejection, it will break her heart. Be firm, but gentle, and stand your ground. You obviously are not a child anymore, and should not act/be treated like one. Good luck!
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There r many cultures within the hindu relegion.. there r "gujratis" and there r "bengolis" and so on...\nbut mainly it goes like this...\n1. it can be arranged or a love marriage\n2. the "kundali" is matched .. thats just to see the compatibility.\n3. the dates r fixed\n4. then there r lots of "pre wedding ceremonies" like dholki and mehndi.\n5. on the big day the couple circles the "holy fire".\nthats it !