Different types of Symbols used in Hindu wedding cards

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3 min readJul 16, 2016

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In the Hindu tradition, the selection of wedding invitation cards mark the starting of the celebration. The wedding cards contain all the basic information about the function and are printed with different symbols like Lord Ganesha, Om and more. Hindu wedding invitation cards are famous all around the world for their patterns, color combinations and the symbols.

Here are some of the symbols used in the Hindu Wedding cards.

Symbol of Lord Ganesha :

This is the symbol of happiness and prosperity. In the Hindu community, the Lord Ganesha is considered as the God of wealth, knowledge and education. Lord Ganesha is worshiped before all the Hindu Gods and Goddesses to remove all the obstructions before starting such precious occasion.

Symbol of Mangal Ghat:

Mangal Ghat is basically the symbol of Purity and Sancity. This is symbol of water pot covered by a coconut and mango leaves. This symbol denotes good omen as well as the wealth and source of the life.

Symbol of Doli :

Doli is the representation of a cot carried on four poles. This is the symbol of harmony and holiness. This symbol also represents the sacred wedding in traditional Indian Style.

Symbol of Swastika :

A Swastika in Hindu wedding cards is the integral part which represents the stability, firmness and strength. The word Swastika is the combination of two Sanskrit words that meant may good prevails.

Symbol of Jaimala :

Jaimala symbol is the representation of garland ceremony performed in the Hindu Wedding. This symbol denotes the starting of a whole new life as the bride and groom.

Symbol of OM :

The Symbol of OM is the most famous symbol used in the Hindu Wedding cards. It denotes spirituality and oneness of all the creation of God. This is the symbol of peace and divinity in the wedding cards.

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