#Hindu Brides For Marriage

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Sikh Matrimony : Matrimonial Services With Their Rituals

Sikh Matrimony refers to matrimonial services that cater specifically to the Sikh community, helping individuals find compatible life partners within their faith and cultural background. These services are typically offered through online platforms, mobile apps, and matrimonial agencies.

 Key Features:

1.  Cultural and Religious Focus : Sikh Matrimony platforms emphasize Sikh traditions, values, and customs, making it easier for individuals to find matches who share similar beliefs and practices.

2.  Profile Matching : These services often use advanced algorithms to match profiles based on factors like caste (Jat, Khatri, etc.), sub-caste, education, profession, and personal preferences, ensuring compatibility.

3.  Privacy and Security : Sikh Matrimony platforms prioritize user privacy and provide secure communication channels, allowing individuals to interact safely.

4.  Global Reach : These services connect Sikhs from around the world, including the Punjabi diaspora, offering a wider pool of potential matches.

Sikh Matrimony services have become an essential tool for many in the Sikh community, simplifying the process of finding a life partner who aligns with their cultural and religious values.

Subhmangalmatrimony.com are digital platforms designed to help individuals find potential romantic partners. These services use algorithms and user profiles to match people based on various criteria such as interests, values, location, and personal preferences. Users typically create profiles by providing information about themselves and what they are looking for in a partner.

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Kuja Dosha—Mars Affliction

Hey friends! I wanted to dig deeper into the significance of Kuja Dosha. Understanding your Mars placement is incredibly important, but also, how Mars on a bigger level plays into violent themes. I also want to take the time to explain Kuja Dosha in a historical context and cultural/religious. With all due respect these are observations from studies, and should not always be taken literally. Take it with a grain of salt.

This post can get heavy, so TW: Mentions of sexual abuse, concerning children, murders, death, kidnapping. I only ever include this to help raise awareness and astrology is a privilege--not a means to an end to justify anything. I also want to add I'll be adding in western astrology because I think it has helpful information to understand Mars itself here. There are similarities.

Kuja Dosha and why it is significant:

Kuja Dosha in Vedic astrology refers to the Mars placement being very active which includes several aspects and placements to diagnose this. Although these placements are sometimes viewed in a neutral light and even positive in western astrology, Vedic places the emphasis here that Mars signifies deep issues in a natives chart. This is not to say every Mars placement is considered Kuja Dosha. There must be strong aspects/placements to signify this.

Kuja Dosha is important to identify in a natives chart especially, because it can describe the lifestyle the native will experience, create, or struggle with. It can also speak of the past life the native experienced (if you believe in that) and what legacy, or experiences they are taking into this lifetime. It also signifies sexual abuse, misuse of power by authorities, parents, anyone who is considered authority. Often in a childs natives chart, looking to the Mars can help describe such violent acts done behind closed doors. It can also signify issues in relationships and marriage.

You can still have relationship issues without the influence of Kuja Dosha, and experience issues and losses. For example a malefic sun, Rahu/Ketu influence, and Saturn can cause delays and problems.

Moving onto a historical/religious understanding of this system, yes, it was a way to protect women in Hindu culture. Despite Mars' affliction in the charts, astrologers looked after women with Kuja Dosha realizing the system and men would most likely target them. So, by honoring the women, the astrologer made sure both partners had Kuja Dosha to nullify its effects, and both understood how to mitigate it by prayers and such. The brides family would be warned to hold on marriage as well, especially if the Kuja Dosha was strong. This was for the brides well-being. You might ask why the bride? Because Kuja Dosha affects primarily marriage, and relationships for the female, and it manifests differently based on gender. Men with Kuja Dosha were often perpetrators of abuse with Kuja Dosha.

And because of this highlight in charts, men were closely looked at in families to see their temperament if they'd hurt the bride who carried Kuja Dosha. So, to prevent early death, sudden sickness, and abuse of the bride, astrologers looked closely in both the spouses chart for compatibility if they should marry or not.

Mars Placement:

You must have Mars in the 1st, 2h, 4h, 7h, 8h, and 12h to suggest Kuja Dosha, but it not enough to say how strong Kuja Dosha is. Aspects, and reinforcements from the other planets to the 4h/12h/7/1h/8h/2h is very important here.

I would like to add: Kuja Dosha can also represent the failure of the system against women. Children especially. It involves the failure and mishandling of the patriarch system.

Mars 1h: Often in western astrology , this is described as the native experiencing a devastating loss or injury of the body. Mostly the legs, but not limited to. It is similar to Vedic as well. If Mars 1h is making an aspect to the 8h house which is considered harmful in Vedic, especially if it is a (square, opposition) the native can experience sudden mental/physical sickness, loss of money/status, objectification and sexualization at a young age. This is also an indicator to astrologers that the natives lifetime can be cut short. Mars 1h can be combative, fight in marriage, and defensiveness either from the native itself or both spouses (synastry is needed to see how both mars interact)

Mars 2h: This can create communication issues, either from the native, family members and partners. Abusive language can be used. This is more of a western astro take, but 2h is related to self esteem. The natives self esteem is especially harmed, boundaries are trespassed by those they could have trusted. Especially at a younger age trauma could have taken place. This can create a personality primed for abuse, if the native does not seek therapy and recovery. This can cause financial issues as well.

Mars 4h: Emotionally aggressive native but depends on the aspects. The native can be closed off to marriage, family life, and find ways to sabotage union. The native can become manipulative, or experience manipulation by others depending on mercury's positioning. For example, mars 4h square Saturn could have experienced turmoil in their own childhood. If Mars positively aspects a benefic like Mercury, it can bring a balanced, harmonious native in communication with their partner, despite the Kuja Dosha present. If the mercury is in detriment, fall, or negatively aspected, the native can express themselves aggressively, or shut down, only adding strength to the Kuja Dosha. Because Saturn already brings more tension. The mars native may not understand healthy family dynamics. Thus, the native is prone to anger and volatile behaviors.

Mars 7h: Mars here can create issues with in-laws and family members. This can represent either the native, or spouse using violence to control one another if negatively aspected. Intimidation tactics can be used. The native or spouse may enjoy a dramatic display depending what sign the house falls in, and aspects. Or this can continue behind closed doors for years with Saturns influence, Capricorn/Aquarius, Rahu/Ketu (NN, SN) It can also suggest divorce. Mars in the 7h is also called Maraka, because this is the house Mars dies in. Mars does not function well here, according to Vedic astrology and causes serious implications. This creates division as Mars wants to be alone, but since Maraka is at work here, this can also signify the native struggles with codependency. It strips the native of his or her own boundaries.

Mars 12h: This can create financial stress, and internal instability. This stress is more so internal and the process the native goes through to heal and struggle is often done in isolation, or privacy. If a native child carries this placement with strong Kuja Dosha, it can mean the parents pressure the child to keep silent about their struggles, thus making them carry this stress internally. This can unfold negatively, if Mars is not aspected properly or enough. Meaning, Mars may have one aspect or none, thus making the energy volatile and combustive. This can land the native in psych hospitals, prison, and they are prone to addiction. And still, this can happen if Mars has a lot of negative aspects too.

If mars is negatively aspected in the houses above, it can signify a misuse of power by the parents especially the father. If the house mars falls in is Cancer, Scorpio, Aquarius, Taurus, or arguably Leo, it is not good. The father figure/authority figure/s is more likely to hide and not admit to such crimes. Mars in cancer is in a fall state, which weakens the morality of the authority figures, and makes them cowardly. Mars in Taurus is in detriment, and often the native is used like a possession, or a way to gain fame, recognition, or money. While Mars in Aquarius often points to the authority figure displaying a wolf in sheep's clothing behavior, behaving morally just in front the camera. Scorpio represents the power imbalance with authority, stripping the native of choices and freedom. Leo represents power, greed, pride hidden behind family doors and could explain the native being used for publicity, and exploitation. Leo can suggest sexualization, and objectification. Often times, Leo can signify the authority figure/s making it look as if there is a happy home, hiding dark secrets.

In Vedic, we can take this way of thinking as well: if there is an imbalance with the 1h and 8h, and the 8h has a stronger presence can indicate sickness, struggles and endings.

For example: Scorpio rising, weakly aspected in the 1h, and Mars conj. Jupiter 8h in detriment. Even though Jupiter is seen as good luck here at first glance, its effects become very weak in the 8h. Mars is also in Kuja Dosha, and instead of Jupiter helping, it is in detriment because of the sign. Therefore, Jupiter can't help mitigate Mars malefic energy the way it should. The 8h is stronger than the effects of the 1h.

However, Mars gets nullified or weakened if:

Mars 12h/4h/8h/7h/2h is in positive contact with Venus, moon, Jupiter and Mercury, and the benefics itself are well supported. Mars is about to exit out of the 1h, 4h, 7h, 8h, 12h so check the degrees.

If you have a benefic touching Mars, even though Mars itself has another harsh aspect, this balances the Kuja Dosha.

If both partners have Kuja Dosha it gets mitigated.

It is important to check all contact with Mars. Check the aspects, which planets are affecting it, houses, and signs. Check the benefics that make contact to your Mars, its ruler and which house it lands if its detriment/fall this will affect the strength of Mars.

There is another rule that Mars in its own Taurus/Libra is considered harmless, or weak, however, studying charts I realized this is not always the case. Especially when Rahu/Ketu is conj. Mars, or Saturn is aspecting Mars 12h, 1h, 7h, 2h, 4h, 8h it can bring violent implications, sickness, and trauma. Even if you have the presence of Venusian ruled signs, this is not enough to mitigate Mars strength and power simply.

Even if Jupiter 8h/12h/1h/2h/4h/7h is where Mars is, this can be considered “good luck,” but this is not always the case. First, there is Kuja Dosha present in the house of money, wealth (2h) and Jupiter can be mistaken for wealth here. If Jupiter is negatively aspected, in detriment/fall, it can bring issues, and not necessarily bring empowerment, wealth, or money, even though Jupiter is considered the protector.

Jupiter is known for mitigating malefic energy when sitting in the same house as Mars or malefics, even without forming direct contact with Mars or malefics. But since Jupiter is weak in the example above, Mars gets the upper hand bringing financial stress and issues in family. Same rule applies with the Moon, Venus, Mercury if placed in the houses listed above.

Another example of this, is when Mars sits in the 7h suggesting Kuja Dosha. Upon closer look, we understand this is actually amplified because Saturn is square Mars 7h, bringing separation, distance, and coldness in the approach to relationships, or partners being cold. Saturn is malefic as well. This can bring unjust behavior from the court in legal proceedings, and unfairness. The native can be shunned by the law, even though they are innocent. The law can also be cold, ruthless, and deny bail or probation. Instead of the native being heard they are dismissed. The law can favor the perpetrator instead, because of Mars strength and influence.

In the D9 chart, Mars 8h/12h/1h/2h/4h/7h also points to a very strong Kuja Dosha, reinforcing what was seen in the natal chart.

This is more of western take, but Mars 8h aspecting only Uranus becomes very unstable, difficult and hard for the native. Mars energy is heavily unbalanced and has no support of benefics. This energy is particularly tense when squared, giving a volatile, impulsive and reckless nature to the native person. This can also describe mental anguish, and life experiences that deeply hurt the native.

Another western take, Uranus 8h can signify even greater issues, even when retrograde. It can signify sudden changes, death, loss of a loved one, or suggest darker themes of childhood like kidnapping or disappearances.

That being said, if the benefics are well aspected in the 12h/1h/2h/4h/7h/8h, there is a much better chance of the native succeeding. (Given that the 1h is not weak, and benefics rulers are well placed and aspected well) So, always check the strength of the placements.

Another thing to takeaway, Kuja Dosha never works in isolation. It's not enough to look at a Mars 12h, Mars 8h and say that is Kuja Dosha. It can suggest a need for a deeper look, but depending on the other placements, aspects, this can either uplift Mars or add to the mayhem. Lots of us have mars aspects and so, not everyone will have Kuja Dosha.

Thank you for reading friends! Do let me know if this was informative and your thoughts or opinions :) I'm open to hearing as long as it is respectful and open minded.

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PLEASE PLEASE PLEAS- make a part 2 for sukuna x hindu bride/wife btw if it isnt obvious i'm in love with ur writing style please like make it as long as you want (but like longer than part 1) srry if this is too much to ask but damn i loved that one coz like no on ...NO ONE has ever written abt it (make it a lil smutty or suggestive pls<3 )

oops anonie, might've gone lil more than "suggestive" 🤭 here's part 1 for new readers!

Sukuna and his Hindu!Bride pt.2

tw. suggestive, oral (f!receiving), reader wears a saree the old way without blouse

It's been a few months into your marriage with the mighty king Ryomen Sukuna, and you've already started yearning for his undivided attention. Although he has never not been immersed and utterly obsessed with his little pretty Hindu!Bride since the first time, you crave being more than just in your busy man's arms at the fall of night.

Today, you peek out to make sure your husband is out of the chambers before you proceed with planning what to wear—and it's not the regular queen atire.

You're dressed in a long gorgeous saree, heavy golden ornaments dazzling head to toes. Sukuna loved watching you captivate him with your traditional elegance.

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Out of his thrown room after a long day, the king hears the ringing melody of your payal chiming around the royal garden. His brows rise up, Sukuna missed this playful sound around his shrine... it's about to be an interesting night.

Stepping into the loucious garden, he's walking around in the silver moonlight searching for your familiar silhouette with a subtle grin. “Where's my lady?” he drawls while seeking for your trace like a big cat.

Hidden behind a tree, you attempt your best to stop your giggles well known to the fact how sharp Sukuna's senses are. This little game kept your adrenaline high as you peeked your head to look where he is.

Stepping closer, Sukuna smirks standing right behind you, with your head the other direction. He whispers with a smug look on his handsome face “Brat, brat... so playful”. His sudden rough voice causes you a tiny flinch as you turn your head. Your playful almond eyes looking back up at him.

The king pulls you flush to his firm chest, drawing out a soft gasp from her bride. Two ruby-red eyes set on your softer ones as the smaller pair subtly checks you out up and down... demanding answers for what he didn't ask. A lazy huff leaves his chest as one of his big palm starts to caress your features. He can smell your arousal.

Blushing, you attempt to speak “King... my king,” a rough thumb is placed on your plush lips shutting you effectively. With a few more long minutes of him admiring or rather glaring down your adorable shy face, he finally let's go of your smaller body and you step back, flustered.

The king grips the end of your silky long atire, pulling it slowly with one of his large arms. As your saree unwraps your body, the pull makes you stumble back on his strong chest... now leaving you unveiled in front of Ryomen Sukuna like nothing but a flustered little mess.

The view made him grin. His queen, his Hindu!Bride clad in nothing but heavy jewels to cover her from the night's cold breeze. It almost looks like a part of your golden skin. Shivers run down your spine. No matter how many times, he would never fail to make your body feel worshipped like a real deity before pleasuring it.

“Mohini...” (enchantress) he whispers at the sight. Your heart accelerates at his remark, causing your blush to run down your neck.

The king's smirk widens as one palm goes for your heated centre, a mouth splitting open on it's surface as he hoists you up. A soft yelp comes out of you, while he brings you near a tree and holds you still on it's rough trunk. Your soft-as-petal limbs shake and twitch by the sides of his big wet mouth, chanting your king's name. You gasp for more air.

One snap from one of his hands, and small droplets of rain start falling down in the cold night. Watching your drunken eyes widen with wonder, he uses his two spare hands to grip tight on your ankles, pining them spread on the trunk as well. The first arm keeps you balanced up high in front of him while still drinking in all your essence. Sukuna seemed to be high on it's taste.

In the silent moment of intimacy, little sighs leave you as the rainfall soaks both of your bodies with water. Just how much is he capable of, will ever be a mystery to her wife as well.

“You are one seductive woman...” he grumbles next to your ear, sounding as if he hadn't spoken in ages. Skilled tongue on his palm firmly latched to your tender flesh. The dangling jewels on your hair, arms, waist, hips and ankles clinking together on your damp tan skin as your smaller body shook in his grip, creating music mixed with your whimpers of pleasure only for his ears's to listen.

Your arms flew to hug his neck, bringing him closer as you rode your intense high, eyes watering. Head spinned while Sukuna held you close, watching you breathe in and out to calm your heart.

“More...” came a weak voice from your dry throat, his sharp red eyes set on your pinned open body like a fragile butterfly, “Swami”.

His warm mouth latches on the side of your neck, sharp canines tracing their path to your favourite spot making your toes curl in air. The monster king smiles sadistically knowing he is anything but leaving you undisheveled right now in this royal garden...

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an. AAHHHSHSJ true form sukuna *bites fist* thank you anon for your precious words T-T hope this was long? likes & rbs are appreciated!! <3

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Marriage. It's like a cultural handrail. It links folks to the past and guides them to the future. That's not all though. Marriage is the union of disparate elements; male and female, yin and yang, proton and electron.

What are we talking about here? Nothing less than the very tension that binds the universe. You see, when we look at marriage, people, we're looking at creation itself.

"I am the sky," says the Hindu bridegroom to the bride. "You are the earth. We are sky and earth united."

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Pakistani Hindu bride Ashwariya waits to take part in a mass marriage ceremony organised by the Pakistan Hindu Council, a non-profit organisation, in Karachi. [Asif Hassan/AFP]

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NAKSHATRAS AS GODDESSES

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🌸ROHINI🍭

DISCLAIMER: This is based solely on my research and the patterns that I saw. I can't promise that I'm gonna be sure in all the coorelations, but I'm going to attribute each nakshatra a goddess that I think fits it the closest. If you're dissapointed, to make up for it, I'm going to list some other deities in the end that I think also fit the nakshatra. Don't come for me if you think I'm wrong, be respectful in the comments if you think so and have fun 🤍

This one was easy and also not easy? It seems too easy, too easy to be true, like the mythology of the nakshatra itself...

Lakshmi

Pantheon: Hindu

Name meaning: a lucky omen, the goal.

Associations: wealth, beauty, love, abundance, fortune, power, fertility and prosperity.

Symbols: Lotus flower, elephant, owl, gold coins.

Lakshmi, according to Hindu mythology, was born from the churning of the ocean of milk, an event that was caused by the war between the Demons and the Gods. She was born fully grown, on a lotus, with a smiling, radiant face. She rides an owl and is often depicted by two elephants showering her. Elephants are a symbol of strength, luck and proserity. Owl (the symbol of the opposite nakshatra- jyeshta) is often seen with Lakshmi as a kind of guardian, always watching over her.

Rohini is the nakshatra of quick and rapid growth, its real life natives often being physically mature but internally childlike, often more dependant and submissive. This is the trait that makes this nakshatra the favourite of the moon, the planet moon is also literally exalted here, as well as Rahu.

One of the symbols of Rohini nakshatra is a chariot. It's a preserved tradition that brides ride in a chariot on the day of marriage. Lakshmi is often depicted seating on a chariot. Chariot/cart is also the symbol of the Taurus, the sign in which Rohini is located.

Some sources say that Lakshmi is associated with the moistness nessecary for growth (rohini's power).

You might have noticed that in most depictions she has four hands. They are said to represent the four aims of life: Dharma (righeousness), Artha (gathering necessary material recources), Kama (going after desires) and Moksha (liberation through knowledge). Her name literally means "aim" or "goal", so that definitely makes sense.

The deity assigned to Rohini is Prajapati- creator god. Rohini is the birth of the cosmic daugher and feminine at its most submissive. So submissive, that she does not question what influence is offered to her, she just absorbs it and gives it back.

Because Rohini is growth in all of its aspects, it's no wonder that the Hindu goddess of wealth is coorelated to it. Rohini is also closely connected to the Hindu culture overall. The overabundant use of bright, saturated colors and the frequent flower symbolism (flowers are connected to Rohini) is reminiscent of what people find beautiful as children, especially little girls.

The overall analysis of Rohini is a completely different topic and claire nakti has done a stellar job at it. Hopefully this post made it clear why I think Lakshmi is the fit for Rohini. Also, do not think me lazy because I chose a Hindu goddess, it's literally the best one I could find, besides, Indian culture really suits Rohini.

Apologies to Rohini natives and everyone else, I couldn't find other deities that suited Rohini, besides Prajapati and Goddess Rohini herself, but I think that Lakshmi is pretty much on point. Let me know your thoughts, comment, reblog, like. Thanks for reading and take care 🤍

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so, a kundli is an astrological star chart created and interpreted by brahmin priests (specifically called jyotish.) this interpretation is almost always a cover for enforcing caste endogamy and maintaining social control over young people, especially women. before many hindu marriages, ensuring the bride and groom's kundli are compatible is necessary before any of the rituals can begin. in more devout families, the star chart is considered as a guide for making any decisions about careers or children's futures.

anyways. someone from my university is soliciting funding for an app that does online consultations with jyotishis and was discussing the implementation of dark patters to drive up user engagement. welcome to modernity.

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What are the main fundamental of kundli milaan?

Kundli Milan, also known as Horoscope Matching or Gun Milan, is a traditional practice in Hindu astrology to assess the compatibility of two individuals for the purpose of marriage. The main fundamentals of Kundli Milan are based on the analysis of the birth charts (kundlis) of the prospective bride and groom. The process involves several factors, and the most important aspects include:

Guna Matching (Ashtakoota Milan): Guna Milan involves the assessment of eight different aspects (ashtakootas) of the horoscope, each assigned points. The maximum score is 36, and a minimum of 18 points are considered acceptable for a match. The eight aspects are:

Varna (1 point): Spiritual compatibility.Vashya (2 points): Dominance and control in the relationship.Tara (3 points): Health and well-being.Yoni (4 points): Sexual compatibility.Graha Maitri (5 points): Mental compatibility.Gana (6 points): Nature and temperament.Bhakoot (7 points): Financial and family adjustment.Nadi (8 points): Health and progeny.

Mangal Dosha: Mangal Dosha is associated with the placement of Mars (Mangal) in specific houses of the birth chart. The presence of Mangal Dosha is believed to create challenges in married life. Assessing and understanding Mangal Dosha is an essential part of Kundli Milan.

Dasha and Bhukti Matching: Dasha and Bhukti refer to planetary periods in an individual's life. Analyzing the compatibility of these periods in the birth charts of both individuals helps predict the harmony and challenges they might face at different stages of life.

Lagna (Ascendant) Matching: The compatibility of the Lagna, or Ascendant, is crucial in determining the overall compatibility of the couple. Matching the Lagna ensures harmony in their basic nature, personality, and approach to life.

Placement of Planets: The positions of the planets in different houses of the birth charts are analyzed for compatibility. This includes the positions of the Moon, Mars, Venus, and other significant planets.

Navamsa Chart Compatibility: The Navamsa chart, which is a divisional chart used for understanding the finer details of married life, is also considered for compatibility analysis.

It is important to note that horoscope matching is a traditional practice, and while many individuals follow it, its scientific validity is a matter of debate. Some people choose to give importance to astrological compatibility, while others rely on other factors in making decisions about marriage. For which you can use Kundli Chakra Professional 2022 software.

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A woman walks a Sindhi Hindu bride in wedding finery to her marriage ceremony in Happy Valley, Hong Kong.

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Trivia's Monthly Book Round Up: July 2024

A Kingdom of Dreams by Judith McNaught

The high stakes enemies-to-lovers romance I've NEEDED in my historicals; Jenny and Royce are on opposite sides of the English-Scottish feud in the late Medieval times, and both of them are not afraid to fight dirty (spanking, face-slashing, international humiliation, etc.), but their love story is surprisingly tender and quite epic.

Well Bred by Adriana Anders

Diner owner Kit propositions ex-con/brother's friend Jake, who works for her as a chef, and asks him to help her have a baby. The catch? it has to be cold, clinical sex only, no getting off. Ugh, this book made me cry because it was surprisingly emotional— not just because of the angst but it felt really poignant. I do think Kit was a bit wishy-washy for a woman in her 40s, but it was mostly understandable for a someone in her situation. I also appreciate the way Adriana Anders handled her infertility.

Seas and Greetings by Julie Murphy and Sierra Simone

A sapphic bodyguard romance set within the Christmas Notch universe; Y'all, this was so unserious (I mean really.... cruise ship Twilight-inspired musicals? the pettiest blackmailing plot I've ever read??) but it's Sierra Simone and Julie Murphy so they're masters at bringing the humor AND the heat.

Marriage and Masti by Nisha Sharma (out on August 27th)

A solid end to Nisha's If Shakespeare Was An Auntie series and just a well-executed friends-to-lovers romance that also explores what it means to be a Punjabi-Hindu bride and a wife— the cultural and ritualistic aspects.

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Rituals and Symbolism: Parsis in Gujarat

From: In memory of Greater Iran: Zoroastrians of Navsari Photography and captions: Sarah Jabbari Source: Sahapedia

" 'God is one' is a common idea among Parsis of India, therefore religious icons from non-Zoroastrian religions are also kept in their house and workplace. A sticker of Farre Kiyani (top) share space with Laskhmi (bottom), the Hindu goddess of wealth and prosperity. The symbol of Farre Kiyani (also referred to as ‘Fravahar’ in Iran and India) is a depiction of divine protection of God on people through the wise righteous king. The symbol is very ancient and has been represented in the art of the Achaemenid Empire (550–330 BCE) and is widely used as a symbol of national identity among modern Iranian people and symbol of religious identity among Parsis of India."

"Mobed Ayush Sharukh Desai offering prayers as part of his initiation to priesthood. Sharukh is from the Desai family of priests, who occupy a high status in the Parsi society at Navsari. The fire-holder in which the sacred fire is held is called Afargan, and it must be placed on a marble stone. Sandalwood is usually burnt in the Afargan and a small diya is also lit next to it. During the ceremony, priests cover their mouth to avoid contamination of the fire. Even the hair must be entirely covered by wearing a turban or a skull cap, because in Zoroastrianism, fallen hair is considered impure."

"Priests doing the Jashan ceremony at the house of Mrs Keshmira, for blessings of the family members. The word Jashan is a latter form of the word ‘yasna’ which means veneration. Jashan is a simple ceremony, can be held on any day of the year. In this ritual, Ahura Mazda, the Fravashis, Daham Yazad and Sarosh Yazad are invoked by the recitation of certain prayers. Participation in a Jashan ritual by Zoroastrians is considered as an act of great merit."

"The marriage union is called Payvand-e-Zanshooi, meaning the union of matrimony. A couple of Zoroastrian priest, one from the bride’s side and one from the groom’s side, perform the rituals on the day of the wedding. The priests face the couple, and family members form a circle around them while Avesta prayers are recited and rice thrown on the couple. All participants must be standing during the ceremony which takes about one hour, and all heads must be covered. Non-Zoroastrian or a Parsi without sudra and kushti or without hair covering are not allowed to stand in the circle."The marriage union is called Payvand-e-Zanshooi, meaning the union of matrimony. A couple of Zoroastrian priest, one from the bride’s side and one from the groom’s side, perform the rituals on the day of the wedding. The priests face the couple, and family members form a circle around them while Avesta prayers are recited and rice thrown on the couple. All participants must be standing during the ceremony which takes about one hour, and all heads must be covered. Non-Zoroastrian or a Parsi without sudra and kushti or without hair covering are not allowed to stand in the circle."

"The white bull is considered a sacred animal in Zoroastrianism; in Gujarati it is called Varasyaji. The bull is kept at the Doongerwadi because the urine (Taro) of this virgin bull is used in ritual cleansing of the dead body during funerary rites. The Varasyaji is an albino, hence very rare to find. The bull must be completely white, without even one black hair. Even the eye lashes and tail hair is white. According to Zoroastrian mythology, Varasyaji is a representation of Gava-ayok-daat, which is the first animal created by Ahura Mazda. It got killed by the Devil, Ahreeman, but many other animals, plants and minerals were created out of its dead body. It is born as the Pesh Ruwan (spiritual leader) of the animal kingdom."

"Wearing the sudra and kushti is an essential part of the daily lives for Zoroastrians. Wearing the Sudra is believed to offer protection from evil. This act of untying and tying the kushti is supposed to be done five times (though not every kushti wearer sticks to that number) in a day and the act is called Nirang-i-Kushti. Here, Mr Kersi Patel is at his daily prayer performing Nirang-i-Kushti. When doing the prayer, he unties the kushti from around his waist and holds it up in both hands, the strand doubled over, and lifts it to touch the forehead and eyes."

[vinodkaushikadvocate]

Major Differences between Hindu Marriage Act and the Muslim Marriage Act ??

The Hindu Marriage Act and the Muslim Marriage Act are two distinct legal frameworks governing marriage in India, each catering to the specific religious and cultural practices of Hindus and Muslims, respectively. Here are some of the major differences between the two:

Applicability: The Hindu Marriage Act applies to marriages among Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, and Sikhs, as well as to those who have converted to these religions. In contrast, the Muslim Marriage Act governs marriages among Muslims.

Marriage Rituals: Hindu marriages typically involve rituals like Saptapadi (taking seven steps around the sacred fire) and Kanyadaan (giving away the bride). Muslim marriages involve ceremonies like the Nikah, which includes the proposal, acceptance, and signing of the marriage contract (Nikahnama).

Polygamy: Under the Hindu Marriage Act, polygamy is prohibited. A Hindu person cannot have more than one spouse at a time. In contrast, the Muslim Marriage Act allows Muslim men to have up to four wives, subject to certain conditions and restrictions.

Divorce: The Hindu Marriage Act provides for various grounds for divorce, including cruelty, adultery, desertion, and conversion to another religion. Divorce among Hindus can be sought through judicial proceedings or mutual consent. In Islam, divorce is governed by Sharia law, and there are different types of divorce, including Talaq (divorce initiated by the husband), Khula (divorce initiated by the wife), and Mubarak (mutual consent). The process and conditions for divorce are distinct from those under the Hindu Marriage Act.

Inheritance Rights: Hindu succession laws govern inheritance among Hindus, and the Hindu Marriage Act has provisions regarding property rights of spouses and children. In contrast, Muslim personal law governs inheritance among Muslims, and the Muslim Marriage Act does not specifically address inheritance rights.

Registration: Both acts provide for the registration of marriages. However, the procedures and requirements for registration may vary between Hindu and Muslim marriages.

[siriusblack-the-third]

Hi Ambrose <333 can you talk to me about some Marathi wedding traditions? (Its for very important prongsfoot research 🙏🙏 thank youu)

Ooh yay Marathi weddings! I love them! Let's get started right away!

First things first: Indian weddings are almost festivals in their own right. There is a lot going on during wedding season, and it all condenses down into a very chaotic week that makes you feel like you're stuck in a whirlwind you never want to get out of.

I'm going to go off of my experiences with Big Fat Indian Weddings (which: I've seen many of those, each and every wedding I've been to has had around 2500 guests), so buckle up.

There are many rituals and events in an Indian wedding, and you can pick and choose which events you want, or you can have all of them, it's entirety up to you. There used to be regional traditions to weddings before, but now they are blending together, for example: Sangeet is a typically Punjabi affair when it comes to weddings, but every Maharashtrian celebration I've been to has held a Sangeet.

I'm going to give a sort of overview of all the things that take place and in which order, so here goes:

The Lagnaach Bedior: before any festivities begin, the horoscopes (Patrika) of the bride and groom are matched before any events. The family of the bride and groom get together and call on a family priest who checks their Patrika and details them out, offering advice for any difficulties that they may face in married life.

Then comes the Muhurta Medha; where the families of the bride and groom to be plant a tree as an auspicious beginning.

The wedding season starts with— you guessed it— an engagement ceremony. In Marathi, it is called Sakhar Puda (Sakhar– sugar, puda– packet) or Vangnishchay (verbal agreement). The bride is gifted with packets of sugar, clothing and jewellery, and the groom is given coconut, gold/silver coins, and clothes as well. The sugar signifies a sweet beginning of the marriage. Engagement rings, while not traditionally a Hindu thing, are also exchanged by the bride and groom to be.

Sometimes, a family may choose to have a pre- Sakhar Puda mehendi ceremony, it's not very common. A mehendi ceremony is when women who are invited to the wedding (hint: a lot of women) get together for a day to get their hands stained with mehendi. The bride is the star of the show, and her mehendi usually goes up to her biceps, and even her feet are stained. This is in general a very relaxed setting, with lots of cushions to lounge on and lots of food and refreshments (as is typical of any Indian get together lol food is important). A mehendi is always held before the main ceremony of marriage vows, though.

After the Vangnishchay comes the Muhurta— the priest is called once again, and this time a specific time is fixed for the beginning of the ceremony of vows. And then, the preparations begin in earnest, months before the wedding day.

Five Savashani (a married woman; the Hindi word is Suhasini) are invited by the bride’s mother on an auspicious day. They make turmeric powder and Sandege (pulses and spice powder) in mortar and pestle to be used later in the wedding, and Papad is rolled for eating. The women then hold a Rukhwat by decorating artistically and exhibiting bridal lehengas and sarees, jewellery, kitchen utensils, sweets and all sorts of bridal trousseau as a part of the wedding rituals of Maharashtra.

Next: the Sangeet! Sangeet is held anywhere between two days to a week before the ceremony of vows. There is food, lots of music and dancing to both traditional wedding songs and Bollywood songs, and it's generally a time for people to come together and have as much fun as possible. They're possibly my favourite part of weddings. (They're also not traditionally Maharashtrian, they're Punjabi, but lots of families still do it.)

Sometimes, the pre wedding mehendi is done right alongside the Sangeet, and other times it is done a either the day after Sangeet or after Kelvan (explained below). Again, lots of women come together and draw mehendi designs on their hands. Bridal mehendi goes all the way up to the biceps, and the feet are also decorated. It's very fun.

After the Sangeet comes the Kelvan, where the parents of the bride and groom to be invite each other's family for a meal. Gifts are given and aarti-puja for the Kuldevta (family deities) is performed, and in general it is a very simple yet beautiful affair. This is typically done two or three days before the wedding. The Kelvan ceremony invite also includes close family and relatives from both sides. The idea behind the ritual is to show respect and know each other better.

The day before— or sometimes the morning of, depending on the auspicious time— the ceremony of wedding vows, a Halad Chadawat is held. The bride and groom's respective families rub turmeric powder and water into their skin with the help of freshly picked mango leaves. It's a playful event, with lots of laughter and pranks. Halad (turmeric) is used for cleansing and purifying one's body before entering into a holy matrimony. It symbolizes the happy start of a new life together, and is said to protect the couple from any bad omens that may harm them before the wedding.

Now comes the actual wedding. This one's a doozy muahaha!

The day begins with a Puja of the Lord Ganpati, who is always honoured and worshipped at the beginning of any venture (there is a myth behind this, if you want to know). After the Ganpatidev Puja, the Kuldevta is also invoked to bless the couple.

The groom enters the venue of the wedding with a procession on the back of a horse, sometimes with a sword and scabbard strapped to his waist. The Seemant Puja is performed. The bride's mother washes the groom's feet and gifts are given to the groom's family by the bride's family.

The bride, wearing either a red or a yellow wedding Shalu (a type of saree) and with a Mundavalya (a string of pearls or flowers) tied across her forehead, performs the Gaurihar Puja with her parents. Rice is placed on the idol’s head as mantras and shlokas are recited. Prayers to the Goddess Parvati for a happy and prosperous married life are said.

The Antarpat ritual is the main one. A silk shawl is hung between the bride and groom while the Brahmin chants the mantras.

After the Antarpat comes the Sankalp, where the silk shawl is removed after the mantras are finished. The guests showers the newly married couple with Akshata (unbroken rice grains) to bless them with a happy marriage.

The Kanyadaan follows: here, the father of the bride gives her hand to the groom, who ties a mangalsutra around her neck and applies sindoor (red powder) to her forehead. The bride presses chandan (sandalwood) to the groom's forehead in return.

For the Saptapadi, the couple takes seven rounds around the holy fire. The bride is required to touch seven betel nuts placed on top of small mounds of rice with her right foot. Once the seven rounds are done, she places her foot on a grindstone, while the groom holds her hand or foot, symbolizing that she needs to be strong and he will always support her.

The bride’s father along with the couple pray to god for blessings in the Karmasamaapti (meaning "end of the act")

A grand feast fit for royalty follows the wedding ceremony, and there is again a lot of dancing and music. A separate Reception is also held, which is just another party so that the bride and groom— who had been busy with the wedding itself— can mingle with everyone who had attended.

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And this is it! That's your traditional wedding! It's a lot of fun, and i absolutely love attending functions like these!

I hope you got what information you wanted, and my asks are always open for any questions anyone may have. Go ahead, people, don't be shy! If anything is missing or I've gotten something wrong and you notice it, please go ahead and correct me or add on, it'll be much appreciated.