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The Ketubah and the Bride: Ownership, Rights, and Tradition

Here's something that surprises many couples: the ketubah has always been the bride's document. Not the groom's, not the rabbi's — the bride's. It has been for thousands of years. Understanding w...

The History of the Ketubah: From Ancient Contract to Modern Art

If you are shopping for a ketubah, you are participating in one of the oldest continuously practiced traditions in Jewish life. This document has been part of Jewish weddings for over two thousand ...

Ketubah vs Marriage License: What's the Difference?

If you're planning a Jewish wedding, you've probably realized there's some paperwork involved — and not just the fun kind. You'll need both a ketubah and a marriage license, and while they might ...

What Does a Ketubah Actually Say? The Text Translated

You've probably heard that a ketubah is a Jewish marriage contract — but what does it actually say? If you've ever looked at a traditional ketubah and seen a wall of Aramaic text, you're not alon...

Is a Ketubah a Legal Document? What Couples Need to Know

It's one of the most common questions engaged couples ask when they start planning a Jewish wedding: is a ketubah a legal document? You sign it, witnesses sign it, there are terms and obligations w...

What Is a Ketubah? Much More Than Just a Marriage Contract

What is a Ketubah? Uncovering the Deep Meaning of the Jewish Marriage Contract Welcome, and mazel tov on your engagement! As you embark on the beautiful journey of planning your wedding, you'll enc...