Every culture has their own set of wedding traditions, and the Filipino culture is no exception to that rule! Here are some common traditions this Asian culture celebrates when a couple ties the knot.
1. An Engagement Celebration
The Filipino wedding traditions start before the big day. In fact, they begin as soon as an engagement occurs! While this tradition has changed over time and differs from one place to the next, it?s still practiced in some form by most participating in Filipino culture. Here, there is an engagement party between the families of the bride and groom. Previously, this served as more of an introduction between the families of the bride and groom. In modern times, the families usually already know each other by this point, so the introductions are not as necessary. 2. Parental Blessings
Filipino weddings practice the tradition of parental blessings during the ceremony. The couple will ask for blessings from their parents by either kissing their hands or touching the back of their hands to their foreheads. In return, the parents will reply with a phrase, which usually depends on their exact religion.
3. The Passing of 13 Coins

Another tradition is the exchanging of the 13 coins. This is known as “Arras” and it?s a symbol of providing in the Filipino culture. These coins are usually handed from the groom to the bride as a symbol of prosperity and of one?s oath to provide for one another throughout their marriage. These days, it?s also commo...