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"A wise African once said there are as many
wedding customs as there are families. Although these customs serve the same essential
purpose throughout the world, there are countless ways to preserve your traditions while
exploring others. The Nubian Wedding Book is a beautiful and practical guide for couples who want to plan a wedding that is richly reflective of traditional African and African-American culture. Within these pages is a bounty of information gleaned from historical records, wedding consultants, pastors, spiritual leaders, and many others involved in the culture of weddings." -excerpt from jacket Contents Part I To Be Loved The Road to Matrimony 9 Embracing Custom and Creating Ttradition 19 Words on Love, Courtship and Marriage 27 Part II To Be Wed Showers and Parties 39 Finding the Words 47 The Ceremony 55 Part III Knocking, Asking, Taking Customs from Around the World 69 Jumping the Broom 95 Part IV Libations, Prayers, and Toasts Libations 123 Prayers 139 Toasts 151 Part V Reaffirming Marriage Couples Speak of Love and Devotion 163 Words of Renewal 181 |