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HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED WHY THE BRIDE AND GROOM ON THEIR WEDDING DAY ARE ACCOMPANIED BY "BRIDES MAIDS" AND THE "GROOMS MEN"? HERE ARE SOME INTERESTING FACTS.
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In ancient Rome, a law passed requiring 10 witnesses to be present at a wedding, which is considered a precursor to the bridal party tradition. Bridesmaids and groomsmen had to dress just like the bride and groom to confuse vengeful spirit presences or real-life jealous suitors who might try to harm the newlyweds.
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The tradition of the “best man” is thought to have originated with the Germanic Goths of the 16th century. Who was the “best man” for? specifically he has the job of stealing the bride from her neighboring community or disapproving family, and he was probably the best swordsman, too.
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In some traditions, bridesmaids led the bridegroom to the church and the groomsmen led the bride.
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In some early traditions, the groomsmen were called Bride’s Knights, because they helped protect her—and her dowry, and her virginity—or because they assisted in her kidnapping. Being a bridesmaid was considered a good way to procure a husband. In the 16th century, if you had served as bridesmaid three times without getting married yourself, it was believed that evil spirits had cursed you. To break the spell, you’d have to be a bridesmaid four more times, for a total of seven rounds on the wedding circuit. Sounds interesting!
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Wedding celebrations aren’t just about feting the bride and groom; they’re also about honoring the friends and family who have supported and loved the couple throughout their relationship and in their individual lives. Bridesmaids and groomsmen deserve to be lauded for their support of the betrothed duo. They’ve likely been there from the beginning, as sisters and brothers, close cousins, childhood best friends, college roommates, and caring co-workers.
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Bridesmaids and groomsmen have therefore been standing in support of their loved ones for centuries. While their responsibilities and fashions have changed over time, they have always been an important part of a wedding ceremony, acting as protectors of the bond between the bride and groom.
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