- *i cant find any sources on my the subject, so the following is bases on observation and opinion* I believe it came the Victorian era in Great Britain and it suppose to convey the idea of a man showing inferiority to his would be spouse, i believe it states "Without you i am nothing, or My love for you makes me weak and i need you to make me strong." However as stated this is a theory on observation, and no actual fact.
because it's traditional and thrills the fiancee.
They actucaly do not. it is a tradition
On one knee.
Your left knee.
The old-fashioned way is getting down on one knee.
I'm not too sure to be honest
get on your knee.
You get down on one knee, present a ring and say, "Will you marry me?"
Generally when he gets down on one knee and pulls out a diamond ring....
Martial arts knee pads for men can be found in stores such as JJB sports and JD sports. Online, there are websites such as amazon and ebay which also offer knee pads for men who participate in martial arts.
* You propose to the person you love to be sure she will accept your offer of marriage. Generally when you propose you give her the engagement ring right then and there. There is still the old custom of some men getting down on one knee (it's still done to this day) but not mandatory and you can be anywhere at any given time to propose. Just be sure you don't put that ring in her drink! It has been noted that the love of someones life has almost choked to death on the ring when swallowing her drink.
When he gets down on one knee in front of you and pulls something out of his pocket! It is better to wait after he asks the question! Do not say your answer until he is fishish!
Trip on some steps and let your knee cap hit the steps.
He proposed to Danielle at the doorstep of her home one morning. She opened the door, and he got on one knee and asked her to marry him. Ofcourse, Danielle said "Yes" over and over. Very sweet! :)