#17: Marriage Requires a Different Kind of Blessing
In the Amish tradition, the path to matrimony takes a unique route – it’s not parental blessings but the church’s approval that carries significance. This time-honored practice unfurls shortly after the couple’s romantic journey begins. Typically, the man extends the proposal, but its acceptance hinges entirely on the church’s endorsement.
The couple’s union is not permitted if the church withholds approval. However, when the church does bless their engagement, the joyous news reverberates through the community, finding its way into the town’s newspaper. With the church’s seal of approval, the couple embarks on a swift journey to wedded bliss, their nuptials following shortly after.