The tradition of Jewish matchmaking dates back to, well, Genesis 24—so, well before the song "Matchmaker" of Fiddler on the Roof fame brought matchmaking to Broadway. And that's just the start of ...

From ancient rituals to modern fashion statements, the bridal veil has remained an enduring symbol throughout centuries of wedding traditions. While its origins are steeped in superstition and ...

A Jewish wedding canopy, or 'chuppah,' made in the 1860s, from the Jewish Museum's collection. Fine Art Images/Heritage Images/Getty Images Anita Diamant, the prolific writer and Jewish feminist ...

Wedding veils date back to ancient times, yet modern brides still reach for the accessory to complete their look. While veils have long been a popular wedding-day accessory, the reason brides place ...

(The Conversation) — Anita Diamant, the prolific writer and Jewish feminist activist, begins her book “The Jewish Wedding Now” with a simple statement: “According to Jewish law, the requirements for a ...

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