What is it called when I say "I take thee" in a wedding ceremony?
English · High School · Thu Feb 04 2021
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The phrase "I take thee" in a wedding ceremony is a part of traditional wedding vows, particularly in Christian marriage ceremonies. When someone says "I take thee," it signifies the moment where the couple make their solemn promises to each other. This phrase is often followed by the rest of the vows that express commitment, love, fidelity, honor, and the willingness to face life's challenges together. The full context usually sounds something like, "I take thee to be my wedded wife/husband, to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death us do part," however, modern variations and personalizations of these vows are also common.