Can we have a Hindu wedding if one of us is not Hindu?

yes, many priests perform the core Vedic rites for interfaith couples, often alongside the other faith’s ceremony and a civil registration.

The heart of a Hindu wedding is kanyādāna, pāṇigrahaṇa (taking the hand), the sacred fire as witness, and saptapadī, the seven steps with seven promises. Many priests, especially in cities and abroad, are happy to perform these for an interfaith couple and explain each step in English so both families understand. Some couples hold two ceremonies; others blend elements respectfully.

Practical points: the legal validity of a marriage depends on your country’s law, so most interfaith couples also register the marriage civilly. Discuss openly with both families what each ritual means, avoid any step that asks one partner to deny their own faith unless they freely choose it, and choose a priest who is comfortable with the situation.

A marriage begun with mutual respect for both traditions is already practising dharma. If your situation is specific, Ask Chiluka.

Core rites: pāṇigrahaṇa, agni-sākṣī, saptapadī · Source: Gṛhya-sūtra wedding rites; common practice today

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