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Tree marriage means something in the history of ancient India. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
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Source: Suomen Antropologi: Sacred Trees among the Tamil people of South IndiaTree marriage is an ancient rite that is still practiced in India today, particularly among the Tamil people. Female and male trees are united with each other in wedding ceremonies. Another form of tree marriage is the union between a human and a tree. [...] The most esteemed union is the one between the female neem tree and the male bodhi tree. The seedlings are planted beside each other and tied together with a thaali, a sacred yellow thread. The interviewees in the area explained that it was common that the wedding of trees happened at the same day a human couple celebrated their marriage. After the couple has united the trees, the groom ties another thaali around his bride’s neck.
The history of India traces the identification of countries, villages, towns and other regions of India, as well as mythology, zoology, royal dynasties, rulers, tribes, local festivities and traditions and regional languages. Ancient India enjoyed religious freedom and encourages the path of Dharma, a concept common to Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism.
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