Wedding Services

The Partap Brothers understand how important and sacred this day is for couples and their close knit families. We have performed thousands of Anand Karaj’s in North America, Europe, and South Asia. We offer and uphold a traditional Sikh Anand Karaj but provide English translations, various instruments (violin, tabla, sarangi) and the flexibility for couples to enjoy this once in a lifetime event. Trust us to make this day special and one that can we looked back with love, respect, and honor!

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Our Unique Services:

Traditional Anand Karaj

Full English Translation

Sung in Classical Raag’s

Instruments Included: Violin, Tabla, Harmonium, Sarangi

Shabads of your choosing

Catered to your specific needs and requests

BARAAT - Groom’s Arrival

The groom arrives at the ceremony accompanied by family & friends dancing, singing & celebrating vivaciously to the bright sounds of the dhol (drum) beat.

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MILNI - Families meet

The bride's family await at the wedding venue & greet the Baraat as they arrive. When they meet, the family members exchange garlands & embrace.

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BREAKFAST - Served in Langar Hall

Tea & snacks are served in the Langar Hall. After, please make your way to the Darbar Hall for the ceremony. Please cover your head.

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KIRTAN- Ceremony Starts with Hymns

The Kirtania Jatha (religious singers) sing shabad (hymns). The sacred text, Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj, is attended to by a Sewadar (volunteer Sikh). The bride & groom walk in and sit in front of the Guru Granth Sahib Ji.

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ARDAAS - The First Prayer

The bride, groom & close relatives stand for the first prayer, recited by the Giani (officiator). This prayer seeks the blessings of Waheguru Ji for the marriage.

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PALLA- Giving Away the Bride

The bride's father places the end of the groom’s sash in her hands. At this time, the shabad “Palla Tanda Lagee” is sung by the Kirtania Jatha,

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LAAVA- Circling the Guru Granth Sahib

The bride & groom encircle the Guru Granth Sahib Ji four times after the Giani recites the four Laava. The Laava are vows the couple make to each other. The first five verses of Anand Sahib are sung, representing God's joy in the marriage.

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ARDAAS - A Final Prayer

For the final prayer, all are asked to rise and join. A Vak (verse) is chosen at random and recited to bestow goodwill and happiness to all present at the wedding.

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KARA PARSHAD - Sweet Offering

Traditional sweet pudding is offered, marking the end of the Sikh wedding ceremony. Lunch is then served in the Langar Hall.

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DOLI - Farewell to the Bride

The bride's family bids her farewell among tears of joy & sadness. This symbolizes the bride leaving her home to move to her husband's home.

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