I am out of words to describe how spirit mingles in this marriage. May this marriage have a fair face and a good name, an omen as welcomes the moon in a clear blue sky. May this marriage be a sign of compassion, a seal of happiness here and hereafter.
May this marriage be full of laughter, our every day a day in paradise. May this marriage offer fruit and shade like the date palm. May it be sweet milk, this marriage, like wine and halvah. May these vows and this marriage be blessed. It is a gentle wish for a lifetime of joyous marriage. “This Marriage” by RumiĪnother poem from Rumi, “This Marriage” may as well be a vow one would read at his/her wedding. Let no one know of our sublime beauty As we hold hands with God And burn Into a sacred existence that defies- That surpasses Every description of ecstasy And love. Let us be like Two falling stars in the day sky. “The Day Sky ” by HafizĪ surpassing expression of great love, Hafiz writes “The Day Sky” about how he sees love as an ecstatic and most glorious thing. But I send you a cream-white rosebud With a flush on its petal tips For the love that is purest and sweetest Has a kiss of desire on the lips. The red rose whispers of passion, And the white rose breathes of love O, the red rose is a falcon, And the white rose is a dove. John Boyle O’Reilly speaks of the perfect combination for a lasting love: one that is pure, but with a “kiss of desire” on the lips. While most of the poems below speak of love, they especially highlight the affection, admiration, and commitment between the couple on their big day, whereas other love poems might speak of the pain, excitement, versatility, and many other sides of love.Īll of the following poems could make great additions to a wedding program, and could be read by the officiant, the couple themselves, a member of the bridal party, or a special guest. Today, however, many couples choose to read a love poem before the ceremony or in lieu of traditional vows, or perhaps have a member of the bridal party read the poem at the reception. This tradition originated among the Greeks as a song of praise for the bride and groom, and remained popular through the history of the classical world. What Is a Wedding Poem Called?Įpithalamiums are poems that were written specifically for the bride on her way to the marital chamber. Reading poetry at a wedding (or having someone else read a poem) could make the moment all the more sweet.
Poetry is such a great way to express what you feel, and a very romantic way to speak of your love. The wedding ceremony is the beginning of a lifetime commitment, and this can be daunting. Weddings can present a whirlwind of emotions, and the most powerful, of course, is love.