Marriage is a state in which two people come together and create a union that is greater than the sum of its parts. It is difficult to express in words the profound relationship that is love.
Since the beginning of time, the ring has been an emblem of the sincerity and permanence of a couple’s love for one another and regard for their marriage.
As the circle can begin anew at any point, so a good marriage can pick any point to renew itself. These rings are symbols of your eternal love.
Since the beginning of time, the ring has been an emblem of the sincerity and permanence of a couple’s love for one another and regard for their marriage.
As the circle can begin anew at any point, so a good marriage can pick any point to renew itself. These rings are symbols of your eternal love.
Sample Ring Exchange Wording (said by Officiant)
Your rings are circles: the symbol of unity, of wholeness, and of perfection; of the sun, the earth, and the universe. These rings remain unique and individual, yet they represent a unity that has no beginning and no end. Take these rings as a symbol of your marriage, in which two unique individuals have found a bond and a unity which shall have no ending. They are tokens of the growing relationship you have come here to celebrate and to confirm.
Your rings are circles: the symbol of unity, of wholeness, and of perfection; of the sun, the earth, and the universe. These rings remain unique and individual, yet they represent a unity that has no beginning and no end. Take these rings as a symbol of your marriage, in which two unique individuals have found a bond and a unity which shall have no ending. They are tokens of the growing relationship you have come here to celebrate and to confirm.
Your rings are circles: the symbol of unity, of wholeness, and of perfection; of the sun, the earth, and the universe. These rings remain unique and individual, yet they represent a unity that has no beginning and no end. Take these rings as a symbol of your marriage, in which two unique individuals have found a bond and a unity which shall have no ending. They are tokens of the growing relationship you have come here to celebrate and to confirm.
The wedding ring is an unbroken circle, which symbolizes unending and everlasting love. It is a visible symbol that represents your inner commitment to one another. _______and _______ as these circles are designed without an ending they speak of eternity. May the incorruptible substance of these rings represent a love glowing with increasing luster through the years. May God bless these rings which you give to each other as the sign of your love, trust, and faithfulness.
We now move on to the outward symbol of ________ and _______'s union, which is the exchanging of rings with their vows. The wedding ring is an unbroken circle, an age-old representation for unending and everlasting love.
These circles of precious metal are without beginning and end, such as eternity. So should be your love for one another. Let their presence on your hands be a constant reminder of your inner commitment. May the heaven, earth, and ocean bless these rings which you give to each other as the sign of your love, trust, and faithfulness.
These circles of precious metal are without beginning and end, such as eternity. So should be your love for one another. Let their presence on your hands be a constant reminder of your inner commitment. May the heaven, earth, and ocean bless these rings which you give to each other as the sign of your love, trust, and faithfulness.
For several thousand years, men and women (men and men/women and women) have exchanged rings as a token of their wedding vows. These simple gold bands are not of great value in and of themselves. But what they stand for now and what they will come to mean over time is beyond price. The great circle of Life itself is symbolized in these small circles on your fingers.
A circle is the symbol of the sun, the earth, the universe: of wholeness, perfection, peace and of unity. Like circles, your rings have no beginning and no ending. They are tokens of the growing relationship you have come here to celebrate and confirm.
We now move on to the outward symbol of ________ and ________'s union, which is the exchanging of rings with their vows. The wedding ring is an unbroken circle, an age-old representation for unending and everlasting love. These circles of precious metal are without beginning and end, such as eternity. So should be your love for one another. Let their presence on your hands be a constant reminder of your inner commitment. May God bless these rings which you give to each other as the sign of your love, trust and faithfulness.
Groom/Soul Mate- __________ I give you this ring as a symbol of my love. As it encircles your finger, may it remind you always that you are surrounded by my enduring love.
Bride/Soul Mate- I will wear it gladly and whenever I look at it I will remember this joyous day and the vows we’ve made.
Bride/Soul Mate- ___________, I give you this ring as a symbol of my love. As it encircles your finger, may it remind you always that you are surrounded by my enduring love.
Groom- I will wear it gladly and whenever I look at it I will remember this joyous day and the vows we’ve made.
Bride/Soul Mate- I will wear it gladly and whenever I look at it I will remember this joyous day and the vows we’ve made.
Bride/Soul Mate- ___________, I give you this ring as a symbol of my love. As it encircles your finger, may it remind you always that you are surrounded by my enduring love.
Groom- I will wear it gladly and whenever I look at it I will remember this joyous day and the vows we’ve made.
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Renee Ukena - Edwardsville, IL
Contact me at [email protected] to discuss your ceremony and start your journey together
Renee Ukena - Edwardsville, IL
Contact me at [email protected] to discuss your ceremony and start your journey together