Majestic Buddhist Matrimony Ceremony-So Moving!

On 19th April, BLIA Vice-president Mei-Hua Chen had a lot to be delighted about. Her eldest son, Hu Wei-Qin Gao tied the knot with bride Huo Fu through a Buddhist Matrimony Ceremony conducted at FGS South Island, with celebrant Venerable Abbess Manshin presiding over their matrimony.

Those present to witness the happy occasion and pass on their blessings to the couple included BLIA South Island President Almeric Cheng and his wife, Advisors John Lai and Sandy Liao, BLIA North Island President Dolly Tsai, friends and family of the bride and bride-groom, New Zealand YAD members as well as Temple staff, totaling over 200 people.

Venerable Abbess Manshin bestowed the newly-weds with some useful advice by citing Venerable Master Hsing Yun’s words of wisdom. Reiterating Venerable Master’s words, Abbes explained that there are eight rules the husband and wife need to follow in order for husband and wife to get along with each other. There are four rules for husbands, they are: to not bring too much money when taking the wife out; to going home for dinner; to go out as a couple to social events; and to be humorous with the wife.

The four rules for wives are as follows: to make the household environment comfortable and happy; to cook delicious food so the husband loves coming home; to manage the household economically and efficiently; and to keep no secrets.

Friends and family of the bride and bride-grooms’ parents were happy to see that the young couple have chosen to conduct their wedding in the Buddhist way, and for them to treasure the conditions for being able to practice Buddhism. At the majestic Buddha Hall, the couple received the blessings of fellow BLIA members, Venerables, friends and family. Everyone hopes that the newly-weds will start a happy and healthy Buddhist family.

Wei-Qin was once a member of South Island YAD, and bride Huo Fu is a University Student. Together, they expressed their gratitude to the Temple and BLIA members for their encouragement and support, and for witnessing their special day. They also promised to be filial to their parents and loyal to the Temple.

After the wedding ceremony, the parents of the newlyweds invited all the guests for to the Tea House for a banquet. A photo session with friends and family concluded the successful wedding.