Higher education under the ministry of higher education, science and innovations of the republic of uzbekistan

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CENTER FOR THE RESEARCH ON DEVELOPMENT OF 
HIGHER EDUCATION UNDER THE MINISTRY OF HIGHER 
EDUCATION, SCIENCE AND INNOVATIONS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF UZBEKISTAN 
 
TASHKENT INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF FINANCIAL 
MANAGEMENT AND TECHNOLOGY 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
INDEPENDENT 
WORK 
 
 
Theme: Wedding ceremonies of all the world. 
 
 
 
Group: 23-18 
Accepted: Yoqubov O. 
Passed: Khamdamov Shakhzod 

 
 
Tashkent 2023 

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Wedding ceremonies of all the world 
Our world is a fascinating tapestry of diverse cultures, and 
nowhere is this more evident than in the way people celebrate love and 
marriage. Throughout history, societies have devised unique wedding 
customs and rituals that capture the essence of their values and beliefs. 
While some of these traditions may seem strange or even bizarre to 
outsiders, they hold deep meaning for the communities that practice 
them. 
In this article, we'll explore ten unusual wedding traditions from 
around the world that highlight the diverse ways in which people come 
together in the name of love. 
Blackening of the Bride and Groom (Scotland) 
In Scotland, there's a pre-wedding custom called "blackening" that 
involves friends and family members of the bride and groom throwing 
various substances—such as mud, rotten food, and feathers—onto the 
couple. The messy ordeal is believed to prepare the couple for the 
challenges they may face in their married life. 
Log Cutting Ceremony (Germany) 
In this German wedding tradition, the newlyweds work together to 
saw through a log in front of their wedding guests. The act symbolizes 
the couple's ability to overcome obstacles and work together as a team in 
their marriage. 
Kidnapping the Bride (Roma Culture) 
In Roma culture, it's common for a man to "kidnap" the woman he 
wishes to marry. With the help of his friends, the groom-to-be abducts 

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his bride and takes her to his home. After negotiations with the bride's 
family, a wedding celebration ensues. 
Jumping the Broom (African-American Culture) 
In African-American weddings, couples often "jump the broom" to 
symbolize their entrance into a new life together. This tradition has its 
roots in the African diaspora and is a way for the couple to honor their 
ancestors. 
No Bathroom For Three Nights (Indonesia)
The Tidong community of Indonesia (West Kalimantan on the 
island of Borneo) has a unique wedding tradition called "No Bathroom 
For Three Nights" that confines the couple to their house, where their 
family and friends smear the couple with a mix of rice, flour, and ash, 
symbolizing their transition from single to married life. The bride and 
groom are not allowed to use the bathroom during these days. The belief 
is that enduring this challenging period together will help the couple 
bond and develop a strong foundation for their marriage. After the third 
day, the couple is allowed to wash and change, marking the end of the 
ritual and the beginning of their new life together. 
Spitting on the Bride (Kenya) 
In Kenya's Maasai culture, the father of the bride spits on his 
daughter's head and chest before she leaves her home to join her new 
husband. This act is intended to bring good luck and prosperity to the 
couple. 
Kissing Tradition (Sweden) 
At Swedish weddings, if the groom leaves the room, all the male 
guests are allowed to kiss the bride, and if the bride leaves her seat, the 

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female guests can line up to kiss the groom. This fun tradition is a 
lighthearted way for guests to interact with the newlyweds. 
Stealing the Groom's Shoes (India) 
In Indian weddings, the bride's sisters and female cousins attempt 
to steal the groom's shoes and hide them. The groom must then negotiate 
with the women to get his shoes back, often resulting in a playful 
bargaining session. 
Plate Smashing (Greece) 
In Greece, it's common for wedding guests to break dishes during 
the reception to ward off evil spirits and bring good luck to the 
newlyweds. The couple then cleans up the broken pieces together, 
symbolizing their ability to handle life's challenges. A similar but 
slightly different form of plate breaking is practiced in the South 
Caucasus (Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan) where the bride and groom 
break a plate at the doorstep to bring good luck (associated with 
breaking any curse or spells). Similar glass breaking is also done in 
Jewish weddings. 
The Groom's Feet Beating (South Korea): In South Korean 
wedding tradition, there is a unique and playful ritual known as 
"balenbai," or "groom's feet beating." After the wedding ceremony, the 
groom's friends and family remove his shoes and socks, tie his ankles 
together, and proceed to beat the soles of his feet with a stick, a rod, or 
even dried fish. The groom must endure this humorous yet painful 
ordeal while answering riddles and trivia questions posed by the