In the name of God, I take you.
This traditional wedding vow is a heartfelt way to express your commitment.
“In the name of God, I take you to be my wife/husband, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better for worse, for richer for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, until we are parted by death. This is my solemn vow.
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Editor's Insight
This vow resonates with a profound sense of commitment, its power drawn from its enduring simplicity and unwavering pledge. Rooted in tradition, it speaks to a love that anticipates life's multifaceted journey – celebrating joy and navigating hardship side-by-side. This vow is best suited for couples who value the weight of history and seek comfort in the familiar, promising a steadfast partnership built on faith and unwavering devotion.
To enhance its impact, consider a deliberate pause after "for richer, for poorer," allowing the weight of those contrasting fortunes to settle within your hearts and resonate with your guests. Let this moment of reflection deepen the vow's significance, solidifying the promise of a shared life, wholeheartedly embraced.
Wedding Vows Editor
Why it Works
- ✦The classic Episcopal/Anglican liturgical text
- ✦Known for its poetic rhythm and balanced structure
Personalize it
- ✎This text is usually kept exactly as is for liturgical reasons
- ✎The personalization comes in the "Solemn Vow" delivery
One of the most recognizable and rhythmically beautiful traditional scripts.
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