Before the wedding, the bride and groom are called to the Torah for a special blessing

Before the wedding ceremony commences, the bride and groom are called to the Torah for a special blessing known as an aliyah. As they stand before the Torah, they seek spiritual guidance and invoke the presence of God in their union. The aliyah serves as a reminder that their marriage is not just a union of two individuals but a partnership blessed by the divine.

The rabbi or an elder from the congregation offers a sincere blessing known as misheberach after the aliyah. Invoking heavenly favor and well-being onto the couple as they get ready to start their married life together, this blessing is a lovely invocation. The misheberach serves to emphasize that marriage is not simply a private matter, but also a community celebration in which the happy couple is surrounded by the support and prayers of their larger family and neighborhood.

One of the most joyous and beloved customs that follow the misheberach is the tossing of candies. As the blessings are bestowed upon the couple, members of the congregation eagerly participate by throwing candies at them. This delightful tradition symbolizes the hope for a sweet and joyous life together. The candies, showering down upon the couple like raindrops of happiness, carry with them the heartfelt well-wishes and blessings of the community.