Do you know why candy-coated almonds are given in threes or fives?

Do you know why candy-coated almonds are given in threes or fives?

A traditional wedding favor for couples of Italian, Greek or Middle Eastern heritage.
Three almonds symbolize the bride, the groom and their future baby or Christ.
Five almonds represents happiness, longevity, health,fertility, and prosperity.




Thought this might be interesting to know.

Re: Do you know why candy-coated almonds are given in threes or fives?

Thank you- very interesting

Re: Do you know why candy-coated almonds are given in threes or fives?

very interesting...thanks for sharing!

Re: Do you know why candy-coated almonds are given in threes or fives?

Interesting - I never knew that!

Re: Do you know why candy-coated almonds are given in threes or fives?

Yes

Re: Do you know why candy-coated almonds are given in threes or fives?

I always thought five but I never new what they represented. Thanks very interesting!

Re: Do you know why candy-coated almonds are given in threes or fives?

I have also heard that you use an odd number, so they cannot be divided equally - sort of a superstition that the love of the bride and groom cannot be divided.

Re: Do you know why candy-coated almonds are given in threes or fives?

Yep! According to tradition, Jordan Almonds represent the combination of the bitter and sweet of marriage.

Here's a poem you can use with your Jordan Almonds:

Five Jordan Almonds For You To Eat
To Remind Us That Life Is Both Bitter And Sweet
Five Jordan Almonds For The New Husband And Wife
Health, Wealth, Happiness, Longevity And Life!

Re: Do you know why candy-coated almonds are given in threes or fives?

You learn something new everyday. Thanks!

Re: Do you know why candy-coated almonds are given in threes or fives?

Wow, thanks. I gave out five, but had no idea it meant anything.