It wouldn't be a greek wedding without that many bridesmaids. I love it. Nice compilation of scenes. Nothing beats an Orthodox ceremony for me. The best and richest of traditions.
Beautiful. I remembered my wedding. It's what you call a big fat Greek wedding Ha. I had about 275 people. The band played Greek and American music. I remembered alot of people throwing money at us when we were dancing. A Greek custom, its good luck. When I danced with my Father, I felt so special. But when my husband danced with his Mother, there wasn't a dry eye. My husband was in Viet Nam. Thank God he made it home. She was holding my husband so tight. Thankfully that he did come home. What wonderful memories, fifty years later.
It is good to see that Fr Elpidios upholds and honours the name and reputation of the clergy who have studied at St Andrew's Theological College. He is a credit to our Church in Australia and lives up to his name by bestowing hope to many others. - From a fellow Melbourne graduate and brother in Christ, who has not forgotten the support or friendship you extended to my humble persons during my time at St Andrew's. God-willing I will visit you in Perth soon.
When I lived in Australia I use to go to tons of Greek weddings. Mostly the brides were pretty young though, and the marriages were kind of arranged but agreed upon by both bride and groom. Times have changed.
the wedding ceremony from Bram Stoker's Dracula brought me here. The chanting of the priests are very similar, if not identical to the way it sounds in the movie
Hair covering isn't that common in Greek Orthodoxy in America today (becoming less common in Greece too) it's not an important thing and thus something that priests tend not to stress. Orthodox emphasize the spirit over the letter of the law, so modesty is what's emphasized rather than literal hair covering, since hair isn't sexualized in the way it was in the ancient world.
Did you notice the veil on the back of the bride's head? As much as it may be unpopular to say so, the real reason why many Greeks no longer wear them is because the fashionable hairdos of the 1950's were expensive for women and having them ruffled on Sunday was deemed inconvenient. Consequently, the practice was largely abandoned due to the nagging of women. A Greek priest told me as much. It still remains the official position that a woman should cover her head for the reception of all mysteries/sacraments.
Differing in everything and agreeing on the worship of a deaf tree, which religion are you talking about?This video I showed to my friends from the Christian faith, and there was an argument between us for two months, and then they were convinced that Jesus, peace be upon him, was a messenger sent by God, and not a god as they believed, and thanks to God Almighty, they believed in God, Muhammad and the Islamic religion. Congratulations to them and thank you for the video publisher. 👇 ua-cam.com/video/BeveWIXa7mM/v-deo.html
@MrPeterdalambiras Theyre not laughing at the priest.by far.. People usually giggle at this moment because they have to drink all the wine thats in the cup..so at times..its a little hard to chug the wine if the bride as in this case is not a "bar stool"..Some priests go back and forth to groom and bride..but here he went groom first and bride only..I assure you no one is laughing at the priest..
Yes 3 sips each , my brother was tee total never had a drink in his life, after the first sip he choked and showered all those around him including his wife with wine. The congregation couldn't stop laughing till the ceremony was over.
@@areti2003 Thanks for clarification. I guessed it was rice. I believe they do this in Italy and Greece (and may be some other countries). In India (Hindus) we have same practice but we throw rice on the couple when they take vows. Regards.
@@Phatak1000 no problem!! yeah to be honest ive no idea whether they do this in other countries as well but we surely cant be the only ones who do it haha. thats actually really cool !!
Δεν ξεχνάμε την Ελλάδα ή την Κύπρο, αλλά δεν είναι όλοι οι άνθρωποι Έλληνες. Τα αγγλικά είναι μια παγκόσμια γλώσσα, το 95% των ανθρώπων τα καταλαβαίνει. Είμαι Ελληνοκύπριος από την πλευρά της μητέρας μου.
The differences are cultural and linguistic. The Coptic Church is the Church of the Copts, the native people of Egypt, while the Greek Church is the Church of the Greeks. The Coptic Orthodox Church is one of the Oriental Orthodox Churches while the Greek Orthodox Church is Eastern Orthodox. As numerous agreed statements between the Eastern and Oriental Orthodox Churches state, the theological disputes of the 5th century (which led to the estrangement of the two families of Churches) were largely due to linguistic misunderstandings resulting from the same word carrying slightly different meanings in each area. The resulting confusion, coupled with vying factions politically competing for supremacy, caused a rupture. While debates continued, the rise of Islam made communication somewhat harder so full communion has not been re-established til this day, however informal inter-communion is common in some places, especially among married folk of different backgrounds in Syria.
The beauty of orthodox liturgy is beyond human understanding. What a gift to our world. Efgatisto poli. Greetings from René from Holland.
Rene :) thank you,you are our sister
Relax Baby Thanks, but I am a man, can I be your brother also? LOL
Hahahhahaa wow,yeah brother,no doubt :)))
Love and respect from Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahido Church!
It wouldn't be a greek wedding without that many bridesmaids. I love it. Nice compilation of scenes. Nothing beats an Orthodox ceremony for me. The best and richest of traditions.
Me too
Theodora M sotiriapetros
Beautiful. I remembered my wedding. It's what you call a big fat Greek wedding Ha. I had about 275 people. The band played Greek and American music. I remembered alot of people throwing money at us when we were dancing. A Greek custom, its good luck. When I danced with my Father, I felt so special. But when my husband danced with his Mother, there wasn't a dry eye. My husband was in Viet Nam. Thank God he made it home. She was holding my husband so tight. Thankfully that he did come home. What wonderful memories, fifty years later.
Lucky you to have those beautiful memories, na se kala. Happy Christmas. Yes our weddings are very special. xx
*a lot
🇬🇷💕Greek Orthodox Wedding🇬🇷
Beautiful 💕👏👏👏💯❤
It is good to see that Fr Elpidios upholds and honours the name and reputation of the clergy who have studied at St Andrew's Theological College. He is a credit to our Church in Australia and lives up to his name by bestowing hope to many others. - From a fellow Melbourne graduate and brother in Christ, who has not forgotten the support or friendship you extended to my humble persons during my time at St Andrew's. God-willing I will visit you in Perth soon.
When I lived in Australia I use to go to tons of Greek weddings. Mostly the brides were pretty young though, and the marriages were kind of arranged but agreed upon by both bride and groom. Times have changed.
Arranged marriages are a wonderful example of how truly loving parents care enough to provide for their children right throughout their lives.
Beautiful, thank you for sharing.
Να ζησετε ευτυχισμενοι και καλους απογονους ο θεος να σας εχει καλα...θεσσαλονοκη διαβατα
love forever when they get married, they'll be together forever even in the heaven
the wedding ceremony from Bram Stoker's Dracula brought me here. The chanting of the priests are very similar, if not identical to the way it sounds in the movie
Still can't believe it was a real ceremony and Winona/Keanu had to do a divorce after that....
Wonderful ceremony!!!!
With respect is there a reason why the bride does not have her head covered. Its a lovely ceremony much more modern than when i saw one as a child
Because a hair covering is not necessary. The hair is the women's head covering
Hair covering isn't that common in Greek Orthodoxy in America today (becoming less common in Greece too) it's not an important thing and thus something that priests tend not to stress. Orthodox emphasize the spirit over the letter of the law, so modesty is what's emphasized rather than literal hair covering, since hair isn't sexualized in the way it was in the ancient world.
@@braedonpoteat7345 read the bible and you talk
Did you notice the veil on the back of the bride's head? As much as it may be unpopular to say so, the real reason why many Greeks no longer wear them is because the fashionable hairdos of the 1950's were expensive for women and having them ruffled on Sunday was deemed inconvenient. Consequently, the practice was largely abandoned due to the nagging of women. A Greek priest told me as much. It still remains the official position that a woman should cover her head for the reception of all mysteries/sacraments.
Differing in everything and agreeing on the worship of a deaf tree, which religion are you talking about?This video I showed to my friends from the Christian faith, and there was an argument between us for two months, and then they were convinced that Jesus, peace be upon him, was a messenger sent by God, and not a god as they believed, and thanks to God Almighty, they believed in God, Muhammad and the Islamic religion. Congratulations to them and thank you for the video publisher. 👇
ua-cam.com/video/BeveWIXa7mM/v-deo.html
A beautiful video!!!
thank you very much
Beautiful wedding ceremony. My son is soon planning a Greek wedding with his Greek Girlfriend in Athens.
They have eternal love between The husband and wife forever together even In The Heaven
Tolis Orthodox i
love this
Beautiful
God Bless the true Church of Christ.
I can recognize some of the words because I’m coptic
@MrPeterdalambiras Theyre not laughing at the priest.by far.. People usually giggle at this moment because they have to drink all the wine thats in the cup..so at times..its a little hard to chug the wine if the bride as in this case is not a "bar stool"..Some priests go back and forth to groom and bride..but here he went groom first and bride only..I assure you no one is laughing at the priest..
Yes 3 sips each , my brother was tee total never had a drink in his life, after the first sip he choked and showered all those around him including his wife with wine. The congregation couldn't stop laughing till the ceremony was over.
So beautiful ❤
ماكانش عندنا الكهروباء في المنزل كنا انجيبوا الشمع من الكنيسة في اليونان
What are they throwing on the couple at the end - when they are out of church? Rice?
@Dr Z Thanks. So I believe it is rice sometime.
yes, its rice!! :) once the newlywed couple comes out of the church u have to throw rice at them - its a tradition haha
@@areti2003 Thanks for clarification. I guessed it was rice. I believe they do this in Italy and Greece (and may be some other countries). In India (Hindus) we have same practice but we throw rice on the couple when they take vows. Regards.
@@Phatak1000 no problem!! yeah to be honest ive no idea whether they do this in other countries as well but we surely cant be the only ones who do it haha.
thats actually really cool !!
@@Phatak1000 It is illegal to through rice at weddings in Australia, where this video was filmed. Instead, people throw confetti.
شعب الله يبارك
¡La doña se queria llevar las flores! jajaja
Can eastern orthodox churches use capes in their weddings? because I know that Orientals use them?
Probably because if you mean Orientals in, say the Chinese it will proobably be because they arent Christians
@@TheTibmeister Naomi means the Oriental Orthodox Churches, i.e. the Churches of Armenia, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Syria, India, and Egypt (i.e. the Copts).
with respect, I speak English but I can't understand a thing Australians are saying LOL
When speaking latin?
when english. Lol, all i hear is "aeioouieaeiouoa Father Son Holy Spirit aeioioaeiuaioe..."
Fakeslimshady lol😂
The Father speaks english and greek both
This priest appears to speak with a broad Australian accent. You may find it easier to understand the cultivated Australian accent.
ΠΑΤΡΙΩΤΕς ΜΙΛΗΣΤΕ ΚΑΙ ΛΙΓΟ ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΑ ΜΗΝ ΞΕΧΝΑΤΕ ΤΗΝ ΕΛΛΑΔΑ
No ill speak all the English i want
Δεν ξεχνάμε την Ελλάδα ή την Κύπρο, αλλά δεν είναι όλοι οι άνθρωποι Έλληνες. Τα αγγλικά είναι μια παγκόσμια γλώσσα, το 95% των ανθρώπων τα καταλαβαίνει. Είμαι Ελληνοκύπριος από την πλευρά της μητέρας μου.
@@petera.4010 Show some respect, don't comment at all if it is to be aggresive.
How different is the Greek Orthodox to Coptics?
Jane Kirk The greek orthodox church is the Orthodoxy, the ancient church. The Coptic is a heretical church and it's not Orthodoxy.
The differences are cultural and linguistic. The Coptic Church is the Church of the Copts, the native people of Egypt, while the Greek Church is the Church of the Greeks. The Coptic Orthodox Church is one of the Oriental Orthodox Churches while the Greek Orthodox Church is Eastern Orthodox.
As numerous agreed statements between the Eastern and Oriental Orthodox Churches state, the theological disputes of the 5th century (which led to the estrangement of the two families of Churches) were largely due to linguistic misunderstandings resulting from the same word carrying slightly different meanings in each area. The resulting confusion, coupled with vying factions politically competing for supremacy, caused a rupture. While debates continued, the rise of Islam made communication somewhat harder so full communion has not been re-established til this day, however informal inter-communion is common in some places, especially among married folk of different backgrounds in Syria.
@@chrismichal8242 This is not how you explain something!
o papas etsi pws milaei les kai akouw kanenan kaoumpoi einai...
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OMG wh yare theylaughing
Joy makes people laugh.
I think the bride didn't like the taste of the wine.
WOMEN WITHOUT COVERING THEIR SHOULDERS....PARTICULARLY THE BRIDE....
Margarita Martin -You have issues!
Margarita Martin This ain't Islam bro.
Margarita Martin were not Muslim !!!!!
Greeks ain't muslims-we-dont cover up she's beautiful !!!!
Margarita Martin, you are correct. All women should dress more modestly, especially in the Temple.
η νυφες καλο ειναι στην τελετη ,να ειναι ποιο σεμνα ντυμενες ,ελεοςςς ριξτε και κατι πανω σας.
Aww the chanting that no one understands!
These people are clearly Greek so I feel confident they can lol. They likely have family members or friends there who can't understand the English.
This marriage is unholy
Why do you say that ?The Greek Orthodox religion is one of the oldest chritian religions around.