Nischayam (Engagement Ceremony)

The official affirmation of love, the Nischayam is a moment to exchange gifts and set the foundation for the upcoming wedding. It is a formal promise of commitment and an exciting step toward the big day. 

Sloka for Nischayam

मन्निल नल्लवन्नम वझलम वैगलम एन्निल नल्ला गदिक्कु यथुम। 

Mangalasnanam (Sacred Bath)

A sacred cleansing ritual where the bride and groom purify themselves in preparation for the wedding. This bath symbolizes the removal of negativity and the beginning of a fresh, blessed life together. 

Sloka for Mangalasnanam

स्नान के साथ सभी नकारात्मक शक्तियों को दूर किया जाता है। 

Gauri Puja (Worship of Goddess Gauri)

With a heart full of hope, the bride and her family offer prayers to Goddess Gauri for fertility, joy, and marital bliss. The divine blessing ensures a life of prosperity and harmony. 

Mantra for Gauri Puja

गौरी देवी के आशीर्वाद से विवाह जीवन सुखमय और संपन्न होता है। 

 Kashi Yatra (Departure to Kashi)

In a symbolic act, the groom renounces worldly pleasures and prepares for a life of spiritual balance. His journey to Kashi represents a commitment to a life filled with both worldly success and spiritual growth. 

Sloka for Kashi Yatra

"दूल्हा जीवन के सुखों को त्याग कर धर्म का पालन करता है।" 

Pada Puja (Washing the Groom’s Feet)

A powerful moment of respect where the bride’s family washes the groom’s feet with milk and sandalwood paste, symbolizing their admiration and acceptance of him as the bride’s life partner. 

Mantra for Pada Puja

पट्टा नेत्रियार पाल मथि कित्रिनार नत्तम अदुवर नल्लीरुल। 

Maalai Matrul (Exchange of Garlands)

This joyful, vibrant moment symbolizes the acceptance of each other as life partners. As the couple exchanges garlands, the love and commitment they share become publicly recognized, surrounded by the blessings of their families. 

Sloka for Maalai Matrul

"आलथी रस्म, मित्र और परिवार के समक्ष माला बदली जाती है।" 

Oonjal (Swing Ceremony)

The couple sits on a beautiful swing, symbolizing the joy and lightness of their new life together. As they are showered with sweets and blessings, they are embraced by love and joy from their families. 

Mantra for Oonjal:

"दूल्हा और दुल्हन पारंपरिक स्विंग पर बैठते हैं और आशीर्वाद प्राप्त करते हैं।" 

Kanyadaan (Giving Away the Bride)

A deeply emotional and sacred moment, where the bride’s father entrusts his daughter into the groom’s care. It signifies the passing of the bride’s responsibilities from her family to her new partner. 

Sloka for Kanyadaan

"संपत्ति और खुशियों का हस्तांतरण, पिता द्वारा बेटी को दूल्हे को सौंपा जाता है।" 

Saptapadi (Seven Vows)

The couple takes seven sacred steps around the fire, making vows to care for each other, face challenges together, and create a life of love, respect, and commitment. 

Mantra for Saptapadi

"तगावुदै नीर मनिटलट्टु संगुला वर्क।" 

Arundhati Tara (Blessing of the Stars)

The final divine blessing of the ceremony, where the couple is blessed by the stars, ensuring that their love remains eternal, unshakeable, and harmonious. 

Sloka for Arundhati Tara:

"आपकी जोड़ी आकाशगंगा में अडिग और स्थिर रहे।"