HINDU MARRIAGES Most of the Hindu marriages conducted in India and elsewhere are both social and religious functions. There is no uniformity on their social side. These are based on local customs and traditions. On the religious side, with minor variations, they follow some specific rituals that are followed from the Vedas. The marriage ceremonies are called Vaidika. Marriage ceremonies last two days, one day prior to the Muhurtha day and the day on which …showed first 75 words of 442 total…

…showed last 75 words of 442 total…At the time, BG recites a mantra which says: “Let the holy water which is poured on my feet safeguard me against all enemies and let me glow in splendour equal to the Brahma. He then takes a mixed liquid made of honey and curd.” The Hindu marriage ceremony is very unique and involves several rituals. The Hindus strongly believe in their gods and their protection from evil and incur it in their marriage ritual.