Kiddushin

Kiddushin is a Jewish legal process that formally sanctifies a marriage, establishing a spiritual and legal connection between a man and a woman. It involves a blessing and a specific act—traditionally, the couple's commitment through a formal declaration or gift—to signify the beginning of their partnership. Kiddushin creates a sense of holiness and intention, making the marriage official in Jewish law, and lays the foundation for subsequent marital stages like actual married life and family building. It emphasizes mutual respect, commitment, and the sacred nature of the marital bond.