[Magdalen] Bp. Wright OKs same sex weddings

[ME Michaud]

I was tsught that the chuppa symbolizes the tents the
ancient Hebrews lived under in their wanderings on the
way north from Egypt. But others say it represents the
new home or even the couple's bedroom.

A friend who's a florist makes good money constructing
them. The shade is welcome on a warm sunny day and
makes the bride &groom look beautiful. Nothing as
unfortunate as a bride who's squinting or scowling and
sweating.

Like the baldachin but prettier (and impermanent).
-M


On Tuesday, June 30, 2015, Jay Weigel <jay.weigel at gmail.com> wrote:

> I don't understand the reasoning behind it AT ALL! Seems ridiculous to me
> for a whole lot of reasons. I seem to recall that Orthodox Jewish weddings
> are *supposed* to take place outdoors, and in some ultra-orthodox sects,
> are often done in the evening under the stars. for some reason which at
> present escapes me.
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