The Handfasting Cord
The concept of a Handfasting is said to have originated with the
ancient Celtic culture. With the peasant class, a Handfasting was often
used because the couple was not wealthy enough to require one nor
did they need one as there usually was no dowry to arrange for.
Conversely with the nobility class, a Handfasting was used almost like
a modern day prenuptial agreement. The Handfasting was used to
signify the betrothal of the couple before the business of the dowry
and entitlement was worked out.
Today a Handfasting can be used in many similar and dissimilar ways.
It can be used to signify an engagement or betrothal. Laws being as
they are today, a Handfasting is an excellent way for a gay or lesbian
couple to make their commitment known. Additionally a Handfasting
can be added to any wedding ceremony, regardless of religion, as
"tying the knot" is a universal wedding theme.
More Handfasting information.
ancient Celtic culture. With the peasant class, a Handfasting was often
used because the couple was not wealthy enough to require one nor
did they need one as there usually was no dowry to arrange for.
Conversely with the nobility class, a Handfasting was used almost like
a modern day prenuptial agreement. The Handfasting was used to
signify the betrothal of the couple before the business of the dowry
and entitlement was worked out.
Today a Handfasting can be used in many similar and dissimilar ways.
It can be used to signify an engagement or betrothal. Laws being as
they are today, a Handfasting is an excellent way for a gay or lesbian
couple to make their commitment known. Additionally a Handfasting
can be added to any wedding ceremony, regardless of religion, as
"tying the knot" is a universal wedding theme.
More Handfasting information.
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| "Just wanted to let you know that we received the cord and it is beautiful! We both like it very much and especially like the multi-colored cord that you included in it, and the animal charms. It is very us and will be wonderful for the wedding." |
| "I truly do want to thank you again for your beautiful and fast work. We were both thrilled with the cord.... I am sure you bring joy to many weddings! Your craftsmanship is wonderful and we love our cord!" |
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