Religious wedding vows blend sacred traditions with personal declarations of love and commitment. Whether you’re planning a Christian, Catholic, Jewish, Muslim, or interfaith ceremony, discover how to honor your faith while expressing your deepest promises. From traditional scripture-based vows to contemporary adaptations, explore wedding vows that celebrate both your spiritual journey and your love story.
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Try Free Vows Generator →Christian Wedding Vows ✝️
Traditional Christian
“I, [Name], take you, [Name], as my wedded [husband/wife], to have and to hold from this day forward. Through better and worse, richer and poorer, and in sickness and health, I promise to love and cherish you. Following God’s holy ordinance, I will remain faithful until death parts us.”
More Christian Examples →Contemporary Christian
“In the presence of God and these witnesses, I vow to be your faithful partner in Christ. Loving you as Jesus loves the church, cherishing you as a precious gift from God, and walking with you in faith through every step of life’s journey.”
Catholic Wedding Vows ✝️
Traditional Catholic
“[Name], I take you to be my [husband/wife]. In good times and in bad, in sickness and in health, staying true to you is my promise. Loving and honoring you all the days of my life will always be my commitment.”
More Catholic Examples →Jewish Wedding Traditions ✡️
Traditional Ketubah
Jewish weddings traditionally center around the Ketubah (marriage contract) and the Seven Blessings (Sheva Brachot). While spoken vows aren’t traditionally part of the ceremony, many modern couples choose to add personal vows.
“Ani l’dodi, v’dodi li” (I am my beloved’s and my beloved is mine)
Interfaith Wedding Vows 🕊️
Blending Traditions
- • Honor both faiths equally
- • Include key elements from each tradition
- • Focus on shared values
- • Consult with religious leaders
Example Structure
- 1. Traditional vows from each faith
- 2. Shared personal promises
- 3. Unity rituals from both traditions
- 4. Closing blessings from both faiths
Personalizing Religious Vows
Check Requirements
Consult with your officiant about required elements and flexibility for personalization.
Add Scripture
Include meaningful religious texts or readings that reflect your relationship.
Personal Touch
Add personal promises while maintaining the sacred nature of the ceremony.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the God-centered wedding vows? 🙏
God-centered wedding vows focus on the couple’s faith and commitment to each other in the presence of God, often including promises to honor and serve one another through spiritual guidance.
What wedding vows are in the Bible? 📖
While the Bible does not contain specific wedding vows, scriptures like 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 and Ephesians 5:25-33 are often used as a foundation for Christian marriage promises.
What do vicars say at weddings? ⛪
Vicars typically lead a ceremony that includes readings, prayers, and traditional vows such as “to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better or worse, for richer or poorer.”
What are the traditional secular wedding vows? 💍
Traditional secular vows often include promises to love, respect, and support one another without religious references, focusing instead on mutual commitment and partnership.
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