Hindu Marriage is a social sanction and it associates not only the bride and the groom but also their families. If you have not been a part of a Hindu wedding earlier then be prepared to witness a grand affair. The guests are included in each of the ceremonies till the very end and are made to feel a part of the great big family. It is a joyous and merry occasion for the couple who are tying the knot and also their families and friends.
The Hindu wedding is a grandiose occasion which usually starts with the printing of the wedding cards. The wedding card or the ‘Lagnpatrika’ is a warm way of informing the guests of the happy union as well as asking them to be a part of the joyous occasion. Guests are treated with due respect and almost all extents are crossed to honor and entertain their needs. The invitation cards usually include the ‘Om’ symbol or a picture of Lord Ganesha. This is because Hindu’s are steeped in tradition and the picture of the deity is to invoke the deity to shower his blessings on the new couple. The first step to honor the guests is inviting them for the ceremony. These wedding cards are sent out to the guests either separately by the bride and the grooms family or conjointly inviting them for a joint function; they become a symbol of the Hindu traditions and customs. The Hindu wedding cards is scripted with details of the bride, groom and their respective families, the date, time and venue of the wedding and a testimony for the guests to be a part of the union and grace the occasion.
When we look into the Hindu wedding cards we notice that the colors used in the cards are rich, grand and luxurious. The dominant colors used are red, green and gold because these colors represent happiness, warmth and fertility. Some cards may also contain embellishments such as fake stones, golden threads and pearls. The motifs which recur are those of folded hands, lamps and the ‘Swastika’ symbol – The word ‘Swastika’ has originated from the Sanskrit word ‘svastika’ meaning a lucky object. The connotation of the symbol means, that which is related to the well being. Thus this symbol is apt for an auspicious occasion.
Hindu wedding cards are not meant to be thrown once the wedding is over. The card is preserved to cherish and keep the memories of the occasion alive. As it is to be kept safely for years to come, a great deal of thought must be put into finally deciding upon the the whole look of the card.
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