I'm doing a research project and I hardly use the internet so I have difficulty paraphrasing stuff that I find. If you can, please paraphrase the following 3 paragraphs for me. thanks.
Vatna: The cleansing ceremony On the eve before the wedding, the bride and groom (at their respective homes) are cleansed with turmeric paste. This ceremony is performed to cleanse and cool the body, and signifies the cleansing of the soul. 'Uptan' is a paste made of sandalwood, turmeric and rose water, this is applied by seven married female members of the families, to the face, hands and feet of the bride and groom.
After this ceremony the bride and the groom are barred from exposing themselves to the elements (environmental, physical & emotional) till the wedding ceremony.
Mehendi (Henna): Decking up the bride The 'Mehendi' celebration is a lighthearted affair with no religious connotation. Henna is the eco friendly and natural tattoo paste made from the roots of the Henna plant. It has the unique property of soothing and cooling the wearer.
This event has no pre designate time in the flow of ceremonies, normally forming a continuation of sangeet, the ladies of the house draw intricate patterns on their hands, arms and feet. The most intricate and complicate patters being reserved for the bride. In some households the groom too is given a spot on the pals the benefit from the properties of Henna.
Sangeet: Musical night Sangeet is a musical affair celebrating the joysness of the occasion. Usually held in conjunction with the 'mehendi' ceremony, is primarily a ladies function, held by each household separately for their guests.
Traditional marriage songs are sung to the beat of the drum.
Chuda Chadana The white bangles This ceremony is also held on the morning of the wedding. The pundit does a puja and the bride's maternal uncles give her a set of choodas (21 bangles in red and white ivory) after washing them in milk. As per tradition, the bride should ideally wear these for at least a year. Nowadays the bride wears the chooda for a month and a quarter.
For the bride's mother and father the maternal uncle gets gifts - nanke chaak.
As a symbol of best wishes and blessings, the sisters, sister-in-law and friends tie kaleeras made of thin silver and plated with gold on an iron bangle worn by the girl.
2007-10-11 07:38:07 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
I'm not doing your homework. This is too long and after 3 lines I went to sleep. Zzzzzzzzz
2007-10-11 07:42:04 · answer #1 · answered by Blunt 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
See my answer to your other question. It may clarify some of this.
Hindu marriages are monogamous. They vary as to Cult, Region, and Caste. There are eight different types of marriage recognised in Hindu law. The Wedding itself consists of Seven steps. The union is not only between a man and woman, but between families, a social contract. It is considered one of the most important of the 16 Sanskara or sacraments, one which links the man and woman to the act of Creation. The main part of the ceremony is in Sanskrit spoken by a priest who guides the couple through the steps. Few understand the ancient language. As well as beauty and tradition there are often ritual meanings to the different gifts and ornaments the couple are given and by whom they are given and how they are worn. Many of the ornaments have no ceremonial meaning, and are only there to contribute beauty and pleasure. Everything given and worn is the best available. The exchanges encourage participation by all who are part of the wedding, numbers are considered auspicious, especially the number seven. The rites and ceremonies last for at least several days.
2007-10-12 05:14:57 · answer #2 · answered by Fr. Al 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Hi. I must agree with missknowitall. Knowing how to use the internet and knowing how to paraphrase are two completely different things.
Looks like you are doing a paper on wedding traditions. Good luck! We are here to give advice to brides, grooms, and families regarding weddings NOT to help you with your research paper by rewriting it so you don't get an F because of plagiarism!
2007-10-11 18:05:43 · answer #3 · answered by iloveweddings 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all, there are 7 paragraphs there, not 3.
Secondly, learn to CONDENSE that is, throw out all the " ands" and make your sentences shorter. Eliminate all the explaining. Some is over the top and doesn't matter to the reader. ( Explain simply, not in-depth.)
Another suggestion as to paraphrasing this whole thing is that these weddings are full of ceremonies and preparations that are not found anywhere else. ( Decorating the body , etc.)
2007-10-11 14:52:11 · answer #4 · answered by metrobluequeen1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Using the Internet has nothing to do with paraphrasing. In fact, it is most likely against your school's academic honor code to have people do your work for you. It is dishonest, and immoral at the very least. At my school, they'll kick you out and not refund your money.
You're given the assignments for a reason - this one may be to learn to paraphrase.
Good luck on your assignment, though.
2007-10-11 15:06:06 · answer #5 · answered by Asked and Answered 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why not use it just the way it is. To paraphrase it, leaves too much out and doesn't paint an accurate picture. Your 3 paragraphs are good and insightful. I'd say stay with what you have, unless, of course, you are required to paraphrase, in which case, I can't help you.
Good Luck, Rick
2007-10-11 14:46:26 · answer #6 · answered by ricrossfireclub 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm guessing you copied that directly from a book or other media and are now expecting us to do your homework so that you don't get caught for plagiarism? So sorry - in the old days we did our own work so that we learned from it.
2007-10-11 15:00:17 · answer #7 · answered by Cory C 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
all these are performed to keep the health of both bride and bridegroom healthy fit in their next family life
2007-10-11 14:47:27 · answer #8 · answered by manohar m 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋