Posted by Sherrie Thai of Shaire Productions.

I was privileged to witness a beautiful Korean wedding custom known as “p’yebaek”. After the church ceremony, the bride dons a Hanbok, a traditional dress with simple lines, ornate illustrations, and bold colors. Both the bride and groom honor their relatives with bows and wine and/or tea in exchange for advice and small gifts.

Beside the happy couple is a low table of various edible commodities, including wine, chestnuts, dates, and jujubes. The groom’s mother throws a handful of dates and chestnuts into the bride’s sash to signify potential children. After this joyful gesture, the groom gives his mother and bride a piggyback ride around the table symbolizing his responsibilities as a caregiver.