24/06/2025
𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐓𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 – 𝐀 𝐒𝐚𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐫
In the Vietnamese Tea Ceremony, the family table is more than a place to sit - It is the heart of the tradition, where generations unite in honour, love, and legacy.
Decorated with grace and reverence, this table is where the elders and parents are seated - those who came before, who shaped the lives and values of the bride and groom. Facing the ceremonial altar or the couple, this table is positioned with intention: to remind everyone that marriage is not just a union of two people, but a merging of two families, histories, and hopes.
Here, the bride and groom offer tea - served with both hands, bowed heads, and words of gratitude. Every cup poured is a symbol of respect. Every bow is a silent vow to uphold family bonds.
The family table often becomes the emotional core of the ceremony. It is where tears are shed, laughter is shared, and blessings are given. It reflects the Vietnamese cultural belief that family is the foundation of all things - of love, of life, and of marriage.
