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An Irish wedding tradition is to get married with a ring called a claddagh, the hands represent friendship, the crown royalty and the heart means love. Sometimes this ring gets passed down from a parent before the child is married, if this is so, you wear the crown facing in if you're in a relationship and out if you're single.
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Do you have to be Irish to have an Irish wedding?
Not necessarily.
Do you have to marry an Irish man in a Irish wedding?
Not necessarily. A man from another country could marry an Irish woman and have an Irish wedding too.
What traditions do the Irish have?
The Irish celebrate traditional holidays like Halloween and Christmas. The Irish also have rich traditions in Folk Music and folklore.
What is the best place to find Irish wedding rings?
The best place to find a Irish wedding ring would be to go online to Irish wedding rings.com. At this place you could really get a great deal of Irish prices and merchandise.
Why would couples consider Irish engagement rings?
If couples are Irish and believe in the traditions of a Celtic or Irish background, then couples would consider and Irish engagement ring. Some of the traditions of the Irish are considered to be very sacred.
When was Haste to the Wedding - Irish jig - created?
Haste to the Wedding - Irish jig - was created on 1999-07-17.
What are Irish wedding rings known for?
Beautiful Irish wedding rings are a mix of Celtic art and metalwork. The intricate designs of Irish wedding rings are stunning and each design comes with it's own history.
How do you write wedding in Gaelic?
In Irish it's pósadh (wedding) / lá pósta (wedding day)
How can one inquire about hiring Irish wedding bands to play music at the reception?
One can inquire about hiring Irish wedding bands to play music at the reception on various websites like Weddings. One could also visit a local wedding store and ask information about hiring Irish wedding bands in there.
How can one have an Irish Christmas?
Ireland shares many of the Christmas traditions present around the world. Several uniquely Irish traditions are swimming in the Irish sea, watching horse races and leaving a bottle of Guiness out for Santa Claus.
What Irish traditions spread to the US?
St. Patrick's Day
What is the history behind Irish weddings and traditions?
Try checking out these websites. The first URL is a very good one. www.irishabroad.com/culture/traditions/ www.irishweddingsonline.com www.irishcultureandcustoms.com Irish weddings have several key traditions that can be traced back through history. Usually, these traditions have to do with religious beliefs and some element of superstition. Here is a quick outline of some traditions of Irish weddings:* 'Marry in May and Rue The Day'. The Irish used this rhyme to show their superstition of May weddings. They believed it was luckier to marry in April instead, and they had another rhyme about April weddings, "Marry in April if you can, joy for maiden and for man. * Horseshoes for Luck: Irish brides would carry horseshoes on their wedding day: they are thought to bring good fortune to the bride and groom. The horseshoe should be carried turned up, according to Irish tradition. * Music: Irish music is always featured at a true Irish wedding. The joyous, lilting sounds of Irish music are an important part of any Irish celebration.There are many other Irish wedding traditions, which are fun to learn about, and easy to incorporate into your own wedding. This website has a section dedicated to Irish weddings: http://www.irishcelticjewels.com/irish_weddings.htm
