a cord of three strands

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"A cord of three strands is not quickly broken." - Ecclesiastes 4:12

Looking for a symbolic way to incorporate your commitment to God in your marriage ceremony?

The cord of three strands symbolizes the joining of one man, one woman, and God into a marriage relationship. Marriage takes three; you, your soon to be spouse, and God. It was God who taught us to love. By keeping Him at the center of your marriage, His love will continue to bind you together as one throughout your marriage.

The cord of three strands ceremony is a great addition to a traditional wedding ceremony. It adds a truly unique element to your ceremony that friends and family will remember. It can also serve as a substitute for the unity candle. This is useful for situations where candles may not be used, or may be difficult. The Cord of Three Strands works well as a substitute in outside weddings.

At some point in the wedding ceremony, the bride and groom braid the Cord of Three Strands together. The groom holds a small metal ring with three attached strands. The bride then braids the strands together, symbolizing the union of God, husband and wife. The colors of the cords is significant.

Cord of Three Strands

• Gold Strand - Represents God at the center of the Marriage
  
  The Lord Jesus has been invited to the position of authority in this marriage relationship.
  
  
• Purple Strand - Represents the Groom
  
  The majesty of God is head over the husband. As a husband submits himself to the Lord, the Lord in turn will hold the marriage together through the husband.
  
  
• White Strand - Represents the Bride
  
  This strand represents the purity of the bride of Christ. As each has received Jesus Christ as personal Savior and Lord, they are cleansed through Christ.

You can order yours from the God's Knot website.