Panigrahan Sanskar - Taron ki chhaon mein

Kanyadaan: Giving away the bride

Pheras: The seven steps and vows

The grooms waist band and brides dupatta are tied in a knot and they circle the sacred fire seven times (pheras) and make the seven vows to each other:

  1. Faith in God forever

  2. Promise of love, fidelity and compassion

  3. Help each other in all good deeds.

  4. Be strong and righteous.

  5. Show love and goodwill to all the family members.

  6. Raise their children with values and high morals.

  7. Be welcoming and respectful to all guests and visitors.

Changing of seat: 

  The bride now takes her scat to the left of her husband, thus remaining nearer to his heart.

  Mang Bharai: Putting vermilion on the bride