The origin and meaning of wedding arches

First, the origin of the wedding arch

Wedding arches originated from Western architecture, which may be inspired by the rainbow in the sky, symbolizing beauty and hope. In Europe, arches are often found in churches, temples and palaces, etc. They are simple and reasonable in shape and structure, and have a solid support space, so they are also often given a memorial meaning. In addition, the wedding arch is also said to have originated from the Jewish “color booth”, which is a simple cave for the newlyweds, with a large scarf or beautiful cloth as the top, four corners of the bamboo poles to support, the scarf to symbolize the presence of God, the four sides of the open symbolizes a wide range of welcome guests. With the passage of time, the arch is gradually borrowed to the wedding, became an indispensable decorative elements.

Second, the symbolism of the wedding arch

Symbol of happiness: The wedding arch is seen as a gateway to the future of married life, symbolizing that the couple will step into a whole new stage together and start their happy life. Each step under the arch symbolizes the couple's bright expectations and strong beliefs for the future.

Holding on and Eternity: Due to the widespread use of arches in European churches, temples and other venues, they have also been given the meaning of “holding on”. In the wedding, the arch symbolizes the unwavering love between the couple, implying that their love will grow and warm up under the arch and never deteriorate.

Romantic and dreamy: Wedding arches are often carefully designed and decorated, such as being colorful flowers embellished into a colorful and huge arch, creating a romantic and dreamy atmosphere. This atmosphere makes the couple feel as if they are in a fairy tale world, feeling the sweetness and beauty of love.

Etiquette for welcoming guests: The wedding arch serves as the entrance to the wedding site and also symbolizes a warm welcome and respect for the guests. It is like an open embrace, welcoming every family and friend who comes to bless the new couple.

To summarize, the wedding arch not only has a deep historical origin and cultural background, but also carries a wealth of moral and symbolic meaning. In the wedding, it is not only a beautiful scenery, but also the embodiment of the couple's aspirations and expectations for a better life in the future.