How Do You Write A Jewish Marriage Contract?
When a Jewish couple marries, the husband gives the wife what is called the Ketubah, or marriage contract. It is a tradition that goes back thousands of years, and the document is often turned into a beautiful piece of artwork that is proudly displayed in their home. There are different options for the language of the Ketubah, so it is important to write a Jewish marriage contract before the ceremony. Understand the tradition. The Ketubah (from the Hebrew “to write” or “written”) was originally designed to protect the rights of women in marriage when first introduced more than 2,000 years ago. Since most families stayed together even after divorce or the death of the husband, leaders believed it was important to take the woman’s financial future into consideration. While some today believe the language of many Ketubot are dated and even sexist, it’s important to know the roots of the tradition. Fill in the blanks. The Ketubah is a personalized document, with places to insert your names
