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Wedding Ring Finger
The Wedding Ring Finger is by tradition the third finger on the left hand
Through the ages various cultures have believed that a vein in the
third finger (not counting the thumb) of the left hands goes from
the finger directly to the heart. Although more modern study of the
human body disproves this theory, the tradition continues. Just a
note the wedding ring finger is also considered the fourth finger on
the left hand. It depends on whether you include the thumb in the
counting of fingers.
Prior to the marriage the wedding ring finger is adorned with an
engagement ring. In some cultures the tradition is that the
engagement ring is actually worn on the right hand till after the
marriage because it considered bad luck to have any ring on that
finger before the ceremony.
Other wedding traditions include the bride standing on the left of
her husband. This tradition is said to have developed from ancient
times when a man would shelter his wife with his left arm while his
right hand wielded the sword to protect her. Sounds kind of gallant
doesn’t it?
While planning your wedding and deciding on music, where it will be
held, what kind of dress and where your reception will be consider
traditions. There are rather unique traditions that come out of
almost every culture that is in existence. Check those from your own
heritage and that of your spouse. It could make an unforgettable
memory. Most of you will retain the tradition of the wedding ring
finger being the third finger of the left hand, I suggest you find
other traditions to make your day special. You can create your own
as well and renew them on your anniversaries. For more
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