Few words capture the spirit of a wedding ceremony quite like those of Rumi, the 13th century Persian poet and Sufi mystic whose writing has moved hearts across centuries and cultures. This Marriage is one of his most beloved poems, and it is easy to understand why it has found such a natural home in wedding ceremonies around the world. Rich with imagery of sweetness, abundance, laughter and light, it reads as both a blessing and a prayer, an expression of the deepest hopes we hold for a loving partnership. Whether spoken by a celebrant, a friend or a family member during your ceremony, this short but profoundly beautiful reading carries a warmth and a tenderness that feels timeless. If you are looking for a wedding ceremony reading that is romantic, meaningful and just a little otherworldly, This Marriage by Rumi is one of the most beautiful choices you will find.
May these vows and this marriage be blessed.
May it be sweet milk,
this marriage, like wine and halvah.
May this marriage offer fruit and shade
like the date palm.
May this marriage be full of laughter,
our every day a day in paradise.
May this marriage be a sign of compassion,
a seal of happiness here and hereafter.
May this marriage have a fair face and a good name,
an omen as it welcomes the moon in a clear blue sky.
