What do Jehovah Witnesses do when they get married?? I know they don't celebrate much at all, do they even have a wedding?
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They get to have God sanctioned sex. Let's be realistic here. God married the first man and woman in the G of E. There is a ceremony and it's up to the couple as to what kind of celebration they will have afterwards. It can be a lavish reception or just a simple dinner with close friends and family. I am retired from weddings. Don't accept invitations any longer. I wish the couple well and decline to attend. I think too much emphasis is put on the wedding and too little on the marriage.
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Found this on a site: While acknowledging the joyfulness of weddings, Jehovah's Witnesses stress the seriousness of marriage, and take special steps to prepare couples for this sacred rite of passage. Pre-marital counseling is common, and a portion of the wedding ceremony itself is dedicated to outlining the responsibilities the bride and groom will have to each other. One of the male elders, a minister of the church, performs the ceremony, usually at Kingdom Hall. Traditionally, a modest and reasonable wedding is encouraged, while lavish weddings are frowned upon as status symbols. Other traditions are similar to those found in other Protestant faiths, such as bridesmaids, groomsmen, the exchange of vows and a ring ceremony. The reception is held either at a private home or hall, and features traditional wedding cake, music and dancing, according to the couple's wishes. http://www.weddingchannel.com/ui/buildArticle.action?assetPath=/templates/Articles/NonContentSet/Ceremony/religion06.vm
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The same as most people. They have a wedding ceremony usually in the Kingdom Hall. The bride can wear a traditional dress, have bridesmaids etc. Then a reception, with dancing, music etc and finally, if desired, a honeymoon. I had all those at my wedding, and so did my son and daughter when they got married.
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you will be surprised how truly sociable Jehovah's Witnesses are! though we do not join in on most popular holidays, for reasons we believe them to be of pagan origin, nevertheless this does not mean we do not enjoy parties and social occasions. weddings are a big part of our celebrations. if you can ever get to one of our weddings you will be very impressed with the ceremony. many who attend for the first time are moved to tears because of the counsel given to the couple. it is usually a very beautiful scriptural talk given to the couple. it is a very simple ceremony, giving attention mainly to the originator of the marital arrangement. afterwards, there is usually a reception. what will surprise you is that no one is abusing the alcohol if any is served. everyone is having a good time. we pride ourselves on our wholesome activities and celebrations that bring honor to our God and his name.
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That's a good question. I have never thought about that. I know one time I accidentally offended one about the whole birthday and Christmas thing.
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They have a wedding like everyone else, with the singing of songs and the exchange of wedding rings. They are not encouraged to have a really flashy wedding and more emphasis is given to the marriage rather than the wedding.
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It's good in a way not too waste money too much on weddings..... There are millions on the other side starving for a day's food.
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They have unusual habits, that's for sure. Since heaven has room only for 40k souls, they don't have sex, for fear that their child(ren) won't make the cut. Before they can marry they must demonstrate their proficiency in going door-to-door, handing out leaflets and pamphlets to people who don't want them. When it's time to marry, the Rev. Sun Myung Poontang officiates. After the secret chants, everybody marches to the altar, in their brand-new tennis shoes, and they sip the Preciious Grape Kool-Aid from a golden chalice. Angels appear overhead and blow catchy tunes on their golden trumpets, like Tapps, or "You're Gonna Lose That Girl," and "Ain't No Sunshine When She's Gone." Then they all go marching door to door, snacking on salty pretzels and handing out pamphlets. It's quite a celebration .
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