A Sikh groom in white attire holds a raised kirpan in a dimly lit dining room decorated for a ceremony.

Sikh Groom's Pre-Wedding Ritual

This black-and-white photograph captures the moment of a Sikh groom during a pre-wedding ritual, standing in the dining room of the Guelph Sikh Society adorned with decorations. The groom is seen wearing traditional white clothing and a turban while holding a ceremonial sword known as a kirpan, which he raises as part of his preparation for the wedding ceremony.

October 24, 2025 · Guelph Sikh Society · Christina & Jasjivan

Photography by SIGS →