Ammon – There are many marriage customs and traditions around the world that may seem strange to some and different from what is adopted in other cultures. Here are some examples of strange customs in marriage:
1. Tree wedding in India: In some parts of India, a symbolic marriage is performed between a person and a tree, in hopes that the marriage will bring growth and prosperity to the crops and the surrounding environment.
2. Finland: In Finland, kissing the fish is part of the wedding ceremony for new hockey players. The bride and groom must kiss a live fish during the ceremony.
3. Breaking dishes in Germany: In some parts of Germany, friends and guests break dishes outside the house of the newlyweds after the ceremony to protect them from evil spirits.
4. The kissing ceremony in France: In some regions of France, a special party is organized for the grooms where guests are invited to kiss them on the cheeks.
5. Milk bath in Egypt: In some communities in Egypt, a milk bath ceremony takes place where the newlyweds are immersed in a bath filled with milk and flowers in preparation for the wedding.
6. Wedding skiing in Slovenia: In Slovenia, the bride and groom ski together from high hills after the wedding.
7. Ghost marriage in China: In some Chinese societies, a wedding is organized for ghosts or departed spirits with the aim of calming the spirit and avoiding accidents resulting from its anger.
8. Bunny Mating Ceremony in Singapore: In Singapore, a rabbit mating party is organized with the aim of promoting awareness of the environment and the protection of rabbits.
9. The use of knives in Albania: In some regions in Albania, knives are exchanged between the newlyweds as a symbol of strength and courage.
These are just some examples of strange marriage customs and traditions around the world. These customs reflect the cultural, social, religious, and geographical diversity that characterizes marriage rituals in every society.
