Greek Orthodox Wedding Ceremony Traditions, symbols, and meanings Published in The National Herald, Special Wedding Edition February 2019 Note:  With information of the Evhologion and the Typikon (books) of the Church ------------------------------ I am excited that  The National Herald  has given Hellenic Genealogy Geek the right to reprint articles that may be of interest to our group.  ------------------------------ The wedding ceremony of the Greek Orthodox Church is an ancient and evocative service by which a man and a woman are united together "In Faith, and in Oneness of Mind, in Truth, and in Love," acknowledging that their love is rooted in God, who is Love itself. The marriage ceremony is abundant with symbols that reflect the basic and important elements of marriage:  Love, Mutual respect, Equality and Sacrifice. The traditions observed have special meanings and significance.  These symbolic actions are oft...