- Family and Society
- Chuppa
- Family and Society
- Conversion
921
Question
I have completed my orthodox conversion. Be"H I will get married soon. My divorced parents and my sister will come to our wedding.
Who should lead me to the Chuppa? I heard, that even Jewish religious parents should not do this because of their divorce putting the new marriage under a bad sign. If that is so, is it an Issur, tradition or mere superstition?
Where could my not jewish father stand during the Chuppa ceromony? Next to the Chuppa, a few steps away or with me under the Chuppa?
Do you see any way that would make it possible him leading me to the Chuppa and standing close by the Chuppa during the ceremony without violating Halacha? If not him, who should lead me and stand with me otherwise?
Answer
It is customary for another couple, preferably one that has helped you on your spiritual journey, to walk you to the Chuppah. Your father may stand near you during the ceremony. Consult with the Rabbi officiating if he has any preferences as to where exactly.

No-wedding days
Rabbi David Sperling | Sivan 20, 5772

Coffee "Brewing" on Shabbat
Rabbi David Sperling | Adar 5, 5773

Mezzuzah for Non Jew
Rabbi David Sperling | Iyyar 18, 5773

When does the Jewish day begin?
Rabbi David Sperling | Nisan 10, 5775

coffee creamer
Rabbi Ari Shvat | Adar 25, 5785

Gentile inferiority due to genetics.
Rabbi Yoel Lieberman | Adar 6, 5785

Which Prophets did Israel kill?
Rabbi Ari Shvat | Adar 25, 5785
