Does the practice of
link have its origin in either the Bible of Christian tradition? If so, where exactly did it originate and what is it supposed to symbolize?
The introduction of the veil came into Europe during the time of the Crusades. In early weddings the bride was bargained for through her father. Covered in a veil, she was revealed to her husband after the ceremony. Brides also wore oranje blossom wreaths in the hair on top, boven of the veil, which is where the tiara could have originated from. Veils were used as a symbol of virginity and purity for brides gegeven to their mates.
The medieval...
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