Love, Religiously

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1. Marriage is the expected state for all adult Muslims, and as such, the wedding is a very solemn event. In Islam, polygamy is allowed for men (polygyny) but not women. What is the maximum number of wives an Islamic husband may have at one time? 2 5 4 3

2. In one traditional wedding ceremony, the bride and groom exchange three cups of sake in a "three times three" ceremony. Which of these religions sanctifies a wedding with this ceremony? Baha'i Baptist Seventh Day Adventists Shinto

3. An important part of a Jewish wedding ceremony is the Sheva Brachot. What is this sacred rite? Seven blessings Singing of a traditional hymn Breaking of the wedding bread Exchange of rings

4. The main religion in Haiti is Vodou and many Vodouisants take wedding vows in the ceremony of the "Maryaj Lwa". Who are the Lwa? Vodou elders Chosen ones Original Gods of Haiti Vodou spirits

5. At a traditional Hindu wedding, the marrying couple make offerings to, and circle around a representation of, Agni, the "Radiant One". What is used to represent Agni at these weddings? Statue Fire Picture Flowers

6. Quaker weddings usually take place during scheduled Quaker meetings, provided permission from an Ecclesiastic council has first been granted. At these wedding ceremonies, who is notably absent? Bride Couple's parents Witnesses Priest

7. Mennonite weddings are solemn occasions, and alcohol is absent from the wedding receptions. Who or what else is likely to be missing? Wedding cake Dancing Bride and groom Food

8. In a Greek Orthodox wedding ceremony, the bride and groom exchange crowns, before sipping from the same cup. How many times do they do each of these? 4 3 7 1

9. The sacrament of the Eucharist is celebrated in many Christian wedding ceremonies. Which group does not usually celebrate the Eucharist? Methodists Baptists Confucians Roman Catholics

10. In Mormonism, weddings are sealed "for time and all eternity". Where do these sacred ceremonies take place? Chapels Mormon church meetinghouses Mormon temples Offices of elders