During the marriage ceremony, friends and relatives of the groom dance all the way to the bride’s house with hands laden with gifts. Just before the marriage ceremony, the engagement is done with monks chanting sacred words. Once the engagement is over, it paves way for the actual marriage ceremony. The marriage ceremony is performed by Buddhist monks who chant sacred verses. One of the most sacred words during a Thai wedding is Sin-sod. Without these two words a marriage is incomplete. Sin-sod refers to the money that the groom’s parents give to the bride’s parents.
Once the wedding is solemnized by the monks, the feasting begins. Monks are offered food and they bless the new wedded couple and the entire gathering with holy water. Once this is over, the monks leave and with this the marriage ceremony comes to an end. However, many modern couples continue to enjoy their wedding day with friends and family.