The Meaning Behind the Throwing Tradition of a Wedding Flower Bouquet
It is said that he who gets a flower throw will soon be a bride. Therefore, many singles look forward to this moment. However, is that the true meaning?
The tradition of throwing a bouquet of flowers by the bride and groom comes from countries in Europe and North America. Before the existence of this tradition, there was a tradition of tearing off a bride's gown, which was then torn apart because it was believed to bring good luck in terms of romance for those who kept it.
As time went on, the tradition of tearing the dress began to disappear because many realized that the tradition would make the dress broken. Another reason is that wedding dresses are still expensive and they are better off lowering the dress to the children and grandchildren than to damage it.
The flower bouquet actually symbolizes fertility and beauty. For singles who get the flower throws are expected to soon follow the bride and groom to get married and live happily. First, the beginning of this tradition is running, the bride and groom will throw a bouquet of flowers at their friends. It is hoped that these close friends can feel the happiness of marriage as the bride feels.
But now, it can be attended by many invited guests in order to avoid the discomfort of other guests who also want to feel the euphoria of this unique moment. The trick, the bride and groom will turn their backs to the guests and throw the flowers in the desired direction, so that the bride does not know who will receive the flower throws.
In Indonesia itself there are also traditions that are almost like this. He said, by taking jasmine or bride kantil flowers, it will be easier for you to find a mate and will soon get married. This tradition exists in traditional marriages in several regions in the country. Although logically this is still difficult to explain, many singles remain determined to do so during the wedding. They will take these flowers secretly even without the bride's own knowledge.
In the past, maybe you would be able to steal jasmine flowers worn by the bride without her knowledge. But now, the jasmine flower is usually tied tightly with thread, so that if you take or pull just one flower will be felt by the bride. The funny thing is, now even many brides themselves directly give the jasmine flowers they wear to friends so that they can quickly follow to the altar.
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