In Greek weddings, the bride traditionally smashes plates to express joy and celebration, and according to ancient beliefs, the loud noise helps drive away bad luck and negative energy from the newly married couple, with the entire wedding party soon joining in this ritual.
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Why Brides Smash Plates at WeddingsAdded:
Why do people suddenly start smashing plates at weddings? At this wedding, the bride suddenly started smashing plates one after another and within seconds, everyone around her began doing the same. But this isn't a fight or chaos.
It's actually a famous Greek wedding tradition. People break plates to show joy, celebration, and excitement for the marriage. And according to old beliefs, the loud plate breaking also helps drive away bad luck and negative energy from the newly married couple. That's why the entire wedding party joins in and starts breaking plates
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