Sam and Matt | May 10, 2014
Greensboro Wedding Planner : Social Conceptions
Ceremony and Reception: Revoluntion Mill Studios
Photos by: Caitlin Howard Photography A tradition of Persian weddings is the Sofreh Aghd, an arrangement of symbolic items places near the altar. The items on the Sofreh represent elements in nature: earth, fire, water, and wind. These elements are deeply ingrained in Persian literature and culture especially during celebrations and weddings.The word Sofreh means “spread” like a table or food spread. No two Sofrehs are the same so they chose to include the most meaningful items to bring them good luck in their marriage.
mirror: brings light & brightness into the future
candles: symbolizes fire & energy
seven spices: guards against evil
bread: prosperity
eggs and walnuts: symbolizes fertility
fruit: a joyous future
rose water: perfumes the air
crystallized sugar canes: sweetens life for the newlyweds
honey and sweets: sweetness and happiness
coins: wealth and prosperity
wild rue: keeps away the evil eye
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