The Vedic Wedding Ceremony !! Part V !

Jai Sriman Narayana !!
Courtesy: (Oppiliappan Koil Sri Varadachari Sadagopan Swami)

Step 5: Mângalya Dhâraṇam

There is no Veda Mantram for tying the mangala sutram (Auspicious  Yellow Thread) around the neck of the bride by  groom. The latter takes the Mangala Sutram in his hands and recites the following verses:

mângalyaṁ tantunânena mama jîvanahetunâ |
kaṇṭheḥ badhnami subhage! sañjîva śaradaḥ śatam
||

This is a sacred thread. This is essential for my long life. I tie this around your neck, O maiden having many auspicious attributes! May you live happily for a hundred years with me.

Jai Sriman Narayana !!
 

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