What are the rituals of a Bengali wedding from morning to night? (For Bride)
Shankha Pola Wearing:
- Brass Pradip: Brass lamp for lighting.
- Copper Devi Ghat: A copper pot for rituals.
- Brass Aam Pallav: Mango leaves made of brass.
- Brass Coconut: A brass replica of a coconut.
- Copper Hawankund: A copper fire pit for hawan.
- Copper Kosha Kushi: Copper spoon and bowl set.
- Special Pradip (Small, Medium, Big): Earthen lamps of various sizes.
- Special Dhakni / Khuri (Small, Medium): Small earthen lids for lamps.
- Moochi For Gaaye Halud Rituals: A small pot for the Gaye Holud.
- Latai: A small bamboo tool used in rituals, sometimes placed on the Baran Dala.
3. Decorative Items:
- Boron Dala/Thali: A decorative tray for presenting gifts and items.
- Topor: A conical headgear for the bride, traditionally made of shola.
- Shital Pati: A decorative mat for the Pati Potro/Adan Pradan ceremony.
- Palki Style Tatwa Suchi: A decorative tray for the Tatta ceremony.
- Tatwa Tray: Another name for the Tatta tray, often made of paper.
4. Other Important Items:
- Idol of Lord Narayan: For the Satyanarayan puja.
- Kumkum (Red Powder): For making tilak.
- Supari (Betel Nuts): For rituals.
- Kori (Cowrie Shells): For rituals.
- Sankha Pola: Red and white bangles worn by the bride.
- Alta: Red dye for the bride’s hands and feet.
Malabodol
The mala exchange is more than just a floral ritual it’s a sacred “promise, a cultural treasure, and a joyous celebration of unity and love.”



