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The History of
Wedding Speeches and
Toasts
In the
past, wedding speeches
were generally left to be
had with and between the
fathers and occasionally
the groom. Women did not
really play much of a
role in giving speeches
in public at the wedding.
Of course, that did not
apply in every culture,
but as a whole that was
the case.
Some
examples of history’s
weddings speeches vary a
great deal. For example;
in ancient Egypt,
blessings and offerings
to the Gods were given.
In Europe, the fathers
usually spoke about the
unions. It only seemed
that in places like
Ireland, Scotland, and
England did the mothers
give wedding day
blessings, and toasts.
In the
past some traditions
didn’t involve the bride
and groom at all.
Celebrations were still a
part of the ‘reception’
phase of the wedding, but
over time traditions are
changing and many
weddings/speakers are
getting away from
tradition for example
maid of honor
traditionally didn't
deliver a speech, but now
it's very common. The
onset of the
20th century
changed many wedding
traditions and added some
new ones.
Of course,
this book isn’t about the
other traditions. Wedding
speeches have definitely
evolved through time.
They used to be nothing
more than blessings given
by the fathers of both
the bride and groom.
Modern speeches often
include humor as well as
well wishing blessings.
Knowing some
of the history behind
wedding speeches and the
fact that now, just about
everyone gives speeches
at weddings today. If you
are asked to give a
speech or if you just
want to give a speech at
a wedding that you are
thinking of attending, I
will now help you to
develop and deliver your
speech to
perfection.
For
more information go
to:
Wedding Speeches - Home
http://www.myamazingweddingspeeches.com
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