CROWNING CEREMONY (Greek Orthodox)

The crowning is a centerpiece of an Eastern Greek Orthodox wedding ceremony.

 

Garland wreaths are often fashioned into ornate crowns as a symbol of glory and honor. Crowns can also be made of orange blossoms, myrtle leaves or semiprecious stones and metals.

 

Threads of gold and crimson are sometimes used to represent the royalty of marriage.

 

A person of honor is chosen to present the couple with two crowns joined by a white ribbon symbolizing their union.

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