Hindu Wedding Rituals: Symbolism and Significance

“Hindu Wedding Rituals - Symbolism and Significance” is a timely answer to a growing interest in the wedding rituals, among the youth as well as the adults. The author has compiled, streamlined and simplified the explanations of the rituals and their significance. Chapters on the “wedding feast” and samagri (or items) provide useful planning tips. First hand narratives from young couples married in the Hindu tradition, lends a personal touch to the book. The narrative style in this book is highly effective, is complemented with over 50 color figures, glossary, table of figures, pronunciation, index and interjected with appropriate humor. The book is a must-read for those interested in Indian traditions and youngsters from Indian ancestry.

Shubha Subbarao is a scientist, writer, entrepreneur, musician and photographer. She is proficient in three Indian languages Kannada, Hindi and Marathi. She has written columns for the Green Bay Press Gazette, and has published articles in Herb Quarterly, Herb Companion and Skipping Stones.Hers is an arranged wedding. Shubha is happily married and has two lovely children. She volunteers at the Boys and Girls Scouts, Bal Vihar and at her children’s school. She is an active member of several South East Asian cultural organizations in St. Louis and volunteers her time to give back to the community.