Traditional wedding vows 

Most couples today will write their own vows, but may want to look at traditional wedding vows for ideas. Depending on your religious or spiritual beliefs, you will want to explore what the traditional wedding vows are for each religion. You might go to a bookstore or library to find ideas, or search on the internet.  

There are traditional wedding vows for almost all religions. Whether you are Christian, Buddhist, Jewish, Methodist, Lutheran or Native American, you can find vows that will suit your needs. Consider consulting the preacher or rabbi who will be performing your ceremony, as he or she might have a book with vows to select from.  

You may also want to take traditional wedding vows and alter them slightly to fit your personal situation. The best advice is to choose the vows that speak to your heart. Think about the weight behind the words you are going to say, as you will be making a promise to your betrothed in front of your friends and family. Most importantly, make sure the vows are words that you can say with love and commitment.