Greek brides - Koumbara question?

m&m Posted: Jan 04, 2006 10:34 AM

Greek brides - Koumbara question?

We're having a Greek Orthodox wedding ceremony on Saturday, and my SIL is our Koumbara. She has gotten the crowns, but her aunt mentioned that she was supposed to bring some sort of oil and/or wine as well. Does anyone know about this?

stacie0877 Posted: Jan 04, 2006 10:39 AM

Re: Greek brides - Koumbara question?

I had a GO wedding and my koumbara did not need any oil or wine. She bought the candles, silver tray w/almonds, and the crowns. The church gives you the wine.

m&m Posted: Jan 04, 2006 10:44 AM

Re: Greek brides - Koumbara question?

Thank you! She did get the candles and almonds as well. But she was confused about the wine!

AtticaQT Posted: Jan 04, 2006 12:40 PM

Re: Greek brides - Koumbara question?

No wine or oil is needed to be brought by the koumbara for a wedding ceremony.

Maybe its being confused with a baptism - there a godparent has to bring the oil.