As long as there will be Irish weddings, they will be accompanied by Irish music. For ages, Irish marriages have been blessed with many beautiful songs sung by talented artists with a variety of instruments. This tradition began long ago when pipers would play announcing the arrival of the chief of a Celtic clan. This […]
In an Irish wedding, the promises made during the ceremony are actually poems that are touching, as well as beautiful. The wedding vows declare the devotion and oneness of the couple, while demonstrating their respect for individuality. The following is a Celtic Wedding Vow by Morgan Llywelyn. You cannot possess me for I belong to […]
Men and woman have been pledging to spend their lives together for centuries. Over time vows have changed and many variations have arose. Some of these variations have turned into traditions said over and over again by couples throughout Ireland. A vow originally was a simple declaration of the intent or desire of a couple […]
Irish wedding blessings are similar to Irish readings. Some can be shortened versions of Irish readings. Blessings can be said at any time throughout the traditional Irish wedding day. Sometimes the mother of the bride or groom will say a short blessing before the ceremony in the privacy of family and friends. A friend or […]
If you weren’t familiar with how many customs and traditions are involved in Irish weddings, this section of our website will certainly show you how important traditions are to the people of Ireland. It would seem that almost every minute of a wedding day is full of a special tradition or meaning. The readings are […]
A proverb is defined as a common saying that expresses a well-known fact or truth. These sayings traditionally taught the little lessons of life. The people of Ireland love proverbs and so it is not surprising that they show up at Irish weddings. Some of the proverbs that may be overheard at a wedding would […]
Many occasions are noted with the giving or displaying of flowers and an Irish wedding is no exception. Flowers are an important part of a wedding today. Specific flowers, colors of flowers, and placement of flowers are important considerations for the happy couple. The flowers of particularly the bride’s bouquet are chosen with great care. […]
Most people have been to receptions where guests tap on drinking glasses until the newly married couple kisses. At some wedding receptions, guests find small bells placed at their tables. These bells are rung to encourage the couple to share a kiss. The bells are also used for guests to ring in a toast. Historically, […]
Irish people love celebrations and a wedding is one of the most beloved. There are delightful Irish wedding traditions that date back in history, many that still exist in modern weddings today. These traditions were born from folklore and superstition yet understanding the background behind them is as interesting as including them in the ceremony. […]
