Marriage

Why does Judaism encourage marriage?

I have a question for your "Ask the Rabbi" series. At a Jewish wedding the groom places the glass under his foot and smashes it into several pieces. What is the significance of this act? I have a friend who is soon to be married and he asked me this question.

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Would you discuss the custom of visiting deceased relatives in the cemetery before getting married? Thanks very much.

What are the Laws and Customs of a Jewish Wedding?