Marriage fulfills Dharma (duty), Artha (wealth jointly), Kama (desire legitimately), and ultimately Moksha (spiritual liberation).
The day begins early, often with an astrologically determined "auspicious time" (Muhurat). suhagrat ki photo work
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| Step | Sanskrit Name | Meaning | |------|---------------|---------| | 1 | Vara Satkaarah | Groom welcomed to mandap, offered a seat. | | 2 | Kanyadaan | Father places bride’s hand in groom’s over a water pot. Mother pours water. Groom accepts – “I accept her willingly.” | | 3 | Vivah Homa | Fire lit; priest chants to Agni, the witness. | | 4 | Pani Grahan | Groom holds bride’s hand – “For good deeds, progeny, and wealth.” | | 5 | Mangal Pheras (4 rounds) | Couple walks around fire (number varies by region: 4 in North, 7 in South). Each round = one life goal (dharma, artha, kama, moksha). | | 6 | Saptapadi – The 7 Steps | Legal moment. Couple takes 7 steps together (or 7 small mounds of rice). After step 7, marriage irrevocable. Vows: “Step 1 for food, step 2 for strength, step 3 for prosperity…” | | 7 | Sindoor & Mangalsutra | Groom applies red vermilion in bride’s hair parting; ties black & gold bead necklace. Married woman’s signs. | | 8 | Akshata / Ashirvad | Rice thrown on couple. Elders bless them. | priest chants to Agni