Why do grooms carry brides over the threshold?
From exchanging rings to saving the top layer of the cake, weddings are full of quirky traditions. Did you know the roll of the best man originally wasn't to help plan the bachelor party? Rather he was tapped to help carry off an unwilling bride-elect, if necessary. When it comes to the custom of carrying the bride over the threshold, it's less about chivalry and follows more along the line of the best man theme.
Find out exactly why this tradition exists in this article. Here's a hint, it has sometime to do with kidnapping, virginity and/or evil spirits.
Full article at HowStuffWorks.com.
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