Deep Meaning behind an Orthodox Jewish Wedding

Film Focus: In this touching video, we see an Orthodox Jewish couple, Hadassa and Ze’ev, explain the significance and meaning behind many of the traditions they are embracing while they celebrate their Jewish wedding.

Text Focus: Page 70–71

Discussion Questions:

1. What are some distinctive things you noticed about the Orthodox Jewish practices while watching this video?
2. Explain the tradition of not seeing one’s future spouse for seven days before the wedding. What is each member of the couple supposed to be focused upon during this time?
3. Why is a couple’s wedding day one of the holiest days of their lives according to the Jewish faith?
4. What is the Ketubah? What kind of promises are made in signing this document?
5. Explain the distinctive aspects (and their symbolism) shown during the Jewish wedding ceremony.

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