Arya Samaj Vivah
Marriage
is a wonderful union of two people who choose to spend their lives together. It
is supposed to bring harmony, stability and happiness in otherwise chaotic
lives. What is beautiful about this union is to witness the selfless love and
loyalty that both man and woman promise each other. This sacred process of bringing
two souls together need not be a display of pomp and wealth.
The
desire to celebrate this beautiful coming together, without any vulgar exhibition
of money, power and influence, is fulfilled and supported by Arya Samaj
mandirs. Arya samaj mandir strives to solemnize marriages, with minimum
expenditure and no dowry. Arya Samaj mandir in Nagaur is the perfect example and here weddings are simple but rich in significance and are performed according
to Vedic rites. Marriages conducted here do not involve lavish decor and are
known for their simplicity and are usually inexpensive.
These marriages are a
boon for those who intend to break shackles of social taboos and denounce
casteism, fanaticism and regionalism. These can be registered either under the
Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, in case both couple are of the same faith, or under
the Special Marriage Act, 1954, where it is inter-faith marriage. The ceremony
is performed adhering to the Vedic rituals in an Arya Samaj temple and it is
legally recognized.
Arya samaj mandir in Jalor is another prominent and famous place for solemnizing wedding
vows.
Arya Samaj schools and temples are found in almost all major cities as
well as in rural areas, especially in the Northern part, of India. Some are authorized
to conduct weddings. Arya Samaj society is active in various other countries
including Guyana, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago, Fiji, Australia, South Africa,
Kenya, Mauritius, and other countries where a sizeable Hindu Diaspora is
present. Most prominent cities of Canada and the United States boast of
chapters of Arya Samaj.
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