Why does the groom crush a glass with his foot at a Jewish wedding?
Near the end of Jewish ceremony, after the vows have been made, wine is poured into a new glass over which is a blessing and recited by the rabbi. After a couple drinks from the glass, it is places on the ground and crushed by the groom’s foot. This symbolizes the destruction of the Holy Temple in Israel and reminds the guests that love is fragile. Those gathered shout “mazel tov,” and the couple kisses.
