Comments on: What are some Mexican traditions used during a wedding ceremony and at the reception? http://www.buildingontradition.org/mexican-tradition/what-are-some-mexican-traditions-used-during-a-wedding-ceremony-and-at-the-reception Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:52:09 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1.1 By: Avis B http://www.buildingontradition.org/mexican-tradition/what-are-some-mexican-traditions-used-during-a-wedding-ceremony-and-at-the-reception#comment-2969 Avis B Sat, 06 Mar 2010 18:07:59 +0000 http://www.buildingontradition.org/mexican-tradition/what-are-some-mexican-traditions-used-during-a-wedding-ceremony-and-at-the-reception#comment-2969 The LASSO, a figure-eight rope, symbolically ties the couple together during the ceremony. The ARRAS, a small chest of gold coins symbolizing wealth and strength, is blessed; groom may present 13 gold coins to the bride as a symbol of his commitment to support her. Parents bless their children in the home before the ceremony. PADRINOS (godparents) have a special role in the ceremony. The bride and groom have a special kneeling pillow. MARIACHI (guitar and vocal) music is traditionally performed. Traditional foods include rice . . beans . . tortilla dishes . . chicken . . and beef. Answered by: A Certified wedding specialist / A Professional bridal consulant / A Wedding ceremony officiant<br><b>References : </b><br> The LASSO, a figure-eight rope, symbolically ties the couple together during the ceremony.

The ARRAS, a small chest of gold coins symbolizing wealth and strength, is blessed; groom may present 13 gold coins to the bride as a symbol of his commitment to support her.

Parents bless their children in the home before the ceremony.

PADRINOS (godparents) have a special role in the ceremony.

The bride and groom have a special kneeling pillow.

MARIACHI (guitar and vocal) music is traditionally performed.

Traditional foods include rice . . beans . . tortilla dishes . . chicken . . and beef.

Answered by: A Certified wedding specialist / A Professional bridal consulant / A Wedding ceremony officiant
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