The wedding veil is probably one of the oldest pieces of the bridal ensemble. It's even older than the wedding gown itself. The veil is a classic piece of clothing that is rich in history. It not only adds a touch of elegance to the bride's gown, but also has sacred and special meaning to godly women who fear the Lord in Christ Jesus.
In the Old Testament, veils were used in the Jewish tabernacles and temples to separate the Holy Place from the Most Holy Place (Exodus 26:33). In the book of Genesis, Rebecca covered her face upon meeting her future husband as a sign of modesy and respect (Genesis 24:64-67). In the Jewish religion, a ceremony called the bedeken takes place. During the ceremony, the groom takes a look at his bride and then places a veil over her to ensure that he's marrying the right person. This tradition stems from the story of Jacob, Rachel, and Leah in the book of Genesis from the Torah.
In the modern Christian faith, the wedding veil can be seen as a symbol of unity and intimacy with God since a Christian marriage represents the marriage between Christ and the Church. By wearing the veil, the bride can acknowledge her “rejection” to the world and subject her heart to God in Christ Jesus who will protect her from all evil and harm. (Romans 12:1-2),(2 Timothy 4:18).
Futhurmore, in 1 Corinthians 11:2-6, God instructs all Christian women through his humble and faithful servant Paul to cover our heads during prayer and worship as a sign of complete devotion and submission to God's Holy Order and Chain of Command in Christ Jesus. This sacred instruction is not only for wedding ceremonies, but it is to be applied and practiced in our every day lives. Please read my article "Why Women of God in Christ Jesus Should Wear the Christian Veil".
Styles and Types of Wedding Veils
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Single tier wedding veil: Single or one tier means that the veil flows from its attachment point (typically a comb) and down the back. There is no blusher, the section of veil in front of the face.
Two tier wedding veil: This type of wedding veil includes the blusher which can be pulled forward over the face. It is raised during the ceremony for the first kiss or at the exact moment you are married and then it is swept back over the head to form a second layer at the back of the veil.
Waterfall veils: These veils are a cross between a single tier and a two tier. They give the effect of a beautiful waterfall at the top but are still sheer enough to see all the details of your dress.
Juliet Veils: This veil has a 'cap' of material which holds the veil in place. This is a traditional vintage look, dating back from the 16th century England. It is believed the design orginated from the actors performing Juliet in the orginal play of Shakespeares Romeo and Juliet.
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