Symbolic weddings are a tool that allows couples to formalize their relationship without having to have a religious ceremony.
Being an excellent option to have a wedding surrounded by family and friends, no longer through a religion or a judge, but by their own will.
This is why they have been growing and gaining strength among people who want to celebrate their marriage.
But…
What do you need to organize one?
Where can you celebrate your symbolic wedding in Medellín?
Does it have legal validity?
We will answer these and many more questions below.
First…
What requirements are there?
One of the reasons why this type of marriage is so common in same-sex couples is that there are no formalities or paperwork to do; It is only necessary that the bride and groom be over 18 years of age.
But it is also ideal for places that:
- They seek to combine their own beliefs and intentions in the symbolism of the ritual.
- You want to celebrate a second wedding, because someone is divorced.
- They want to add it as a special complement after their civil wedding.
- They belong to different religions or do not profess any creed.
- They wish to renew their wedding vows.
- They want to celebrate their anniversary.
Now, if you’re wondering…
Do symbolic ceremonies have legal validity?
The answer is that it is not governed by the terms of the law, therefore it has no legal value.
But it is a symbolic act that allows both parties to feel more committed to that relationship because before their friends and family they are a married couple.
Now, if you want it to be legal, then you must go to the notary’s office to make this union official as a civil marriage.
What is needed for a symbolic wedding?
A suitable place, an officiant and choosing one of the rites is all you need to carry it out.
If you are looking for a hacienda for weddings in Medellin with a chapel, nature and wide spaces , Aguas Claras Centro de Eventos is perfect.
In addition, we are experts in this type of event and we will advise you so that you can fulfill your dream.
Next we will show you the process of organizing a symbolic wedding.
But before…
answering the question
Who can make a symbolic wedding in Medellín?
These people are known as a wedding official, also called a master of ceremonies or priestess, an expert who leads the structure of the wedding according to your wishes.
Now yes… we present the steps to follow to organize one:
In the first place, the officiant, after the entrance of the bride and groom and guests, will explain why they are gathered, describing the moment and also the Rite, which will be carried out.
Including the symbols that will be used to unite the couple in this new stage of their lives.
As agreed between the bride and groom and the officiant, the symbolic wedding ceremony will take place with the ritual that will represent the marriage (which we will explain later).
This moment includes the exchange of vows if they wish and also symbols that can be rings of the arras, rosaries, brooches, cameos, watches, bracelets or whatever they wish, the important thing is that they have a high symbolism for both.
Then will come the closing of the symbolic wedding or reception, in which the bride and groom can share with their family and guests in general, first making a statement as spouses and then passing the toast and personalizing the celebration with a reception to their liking.
Types of symbolic weddings that you can do in Medellín
Conventional
They can be similar to a religious ritual, according to the beliefs of the couple, respecting, of course, the symbology and taking into account that the person officiating is not an ordained religious, therefore, the wedding would not have legal validity.
These usually take place in a closed place, according to the tastes of the couple.
linked to nature
Whether on a beach, in a forest, near a river, these weddings are linked to processes of inner spirituality and are closely related to ancestral rituals, here would be Celtic, Mayan, Hawaiian, Kogui, Chibcha weddings, etc.
Out of the ordinary
These weddings have different themes, such as gothic, with animal costumes, cowboys, etc. Here the bride and groom actively participate in the design of the ritual and the officiant will help them to make their wedding, with a natural, emotional speech, according to both the theme and the seriousness of this circumstance.
Ideas for your symbolic wedding
Finally, we have taken the ceremonies that Vínue has in its portfolio to give you ideas of what you can do.
Soulmate Recognition Ceremony
Based on Celtic mythology to honor the bonds that come together throughout life and recognize the deep connections between soulmates.
Ancient ceremony of union of souls
It is celebrated around the warmth of the grandfather fire, in common unity with the elements, honoring the spiritual essence in direct contact with the earth temple, blessing life and making loving offerings to consecrate love.
Multicultural Soul Union Ceremony
If you and your partner practice different religions or one is a believer and the other is not, this romantic, mystical and elegant ceremony is ideal for you.
Full moon ceremony in the temple of nature
It is an ideal ceremony for those who feel identified with the sacred and ancient Wiccan rituals to thank and celebrate love in the midst of the magic of nature. In ancient times, our relationship with the moon was so intense that each and every one of our movements was governed by it.
Ceremony of the 5 elements of nature
This beautiful and representative ceremony will allow you to be aware that the 5 elements (water, earth, fire, air, earth and ether) that these four vital elements are harmoniously fused with us.
Symbolic ceremony of the light of unity
It is a delicate, deep and full of meaning ceremony, having light as its main symbol.
Symbolic planting ceremony
If you both dream that your love will leave a mark and this is undoubtedly your ceremony. Representing the desire of both to take root, grow and strengthen their love over time, is a ritual of gratitude for life and the re-sacralization of the earth as the Great Mother who provides us with oxygen, food and shelter for can live.
Symbolic ceremony of the legend of the red string of fate
“an invisible red that thread connects those who are destined to meet, regardless of time, place or circumstances. The red thread can be stretched, contracted or tangled but never break. ”
It is a romantic ceremony for those couples whose hearts resonate with the idea that all beings are predestined to find the one that corresponds to us regardless of place, time or circumstances.
Symbolic ceremony of the Angels
This precious and delicate ceremony is a wonderful opportunity to rekindle the awareness of the bridge that exists between our ordinary lives and the realm of the Divine.
We invoke his presence and his divine love to bless this sacred moment of your lives, experience his vibration among us and receive his blessings on your wedding day.
Symbolic wine light ceremony
A unique ceremony full of poetry and mystical fervor to celebrate the symbolic transformation of the new step in marriage from the wedding toast to celebrate love with the elixir of happiness.
Hindu symbolic ceremony
If you are a lover of ancient India, aromas, flowers, offerings, blessings and sacred mantras will be part of this precious tribute to your love partner around this ancient culture and around the Agni (sacred fire) that will bless your union.
Celebrated under a mandapa (Hupa), a mystical experience takes place that connects the couple with all the ceremonial magic of this ancient culture where both become aware that their mutual dedication represents the unification of two souls in one body.
Wicca symbolic ceremony
In this mystical and magical ritual, the couple will unite their souls with the ancient rituals of ceremonial magic that will connect them with the spirit of the earth, its songs and its elements and thus consecrate their love in the sacred temple of Nature and the blessings of the gods.
sand ceremony
This has its origin in the Hawaiian weddings that were celebrated on the beaches, where each bride used the sand from her place of origin and mixed them.
Each of the members of the couple brings their sand in a jar and during the ceremony they pour it at the same time into a larger container in such a way that the fine grains of both are mixed into one, like the life of the new couple.
Celts Ceremony
Outdoors, surrounded by nature, with four white candles, one at each of the cardinal points, and outside of them a circle with flowers, in which the altar will be towards the north point.
In this ritual, not only the couple is united, but also the two families, the bride and groom with a bow in their hands, perform the ceremony which symbolizes the bonds of love that unite their hearts. After them, the bride and groom exchange rings and take a piece of bread and wine, leaving a portion on the ground as a symbol of gratitude to nature for its ritual.
Mayan ceremony
In this symbolic wedding, it is the universe that is in charge of uniting the couple through a shaman who performs the ceremony praising the 4 elements of Mother Nature. Through flowers and candles the 4 cardinal points are marked, and the man brings the corn, symbol of a new cycle, and cocoa beans, which represent wealth, and the woman offers tortillas and cocoa powder
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At the end of the ritual, the guests must surround the bride and groom and throw flowers at them, in addition to reciting a poem or singing a song.
The best thing about symbolic weddings is that they are completely out of the common schemes, so book your symbolic wedding in Medellin and enjoy the freedom of uniting with who you love in your own style.