The ketubah is the Jewish wedding contract. It goes back thousands of years, and it was first created to protect the bride. Two witnesses sign it, and it’s often read aloud under the chuppah.
The ketubah today
Most couples today choose an egalitarian ketubah, with promises both partners make to each other. Many are beautiful works of art that couples hang in their homes. Interfaith and LGBTQ couples can have one too.
Planning a wedding?
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