Why do Irish people tie bells to the bride's skirt?

In Ireland, getting married is really dreamy and interesting. However, today's Ireland can divorce long ago, and there is no "only place in the world where divorce is not allowed".

This legend is mainly due to the profound influence of Irish Catholicism. Historically, Ireland did ban divorce for quite a long time. However, before the enactment of the Prohibition of Divorce Act 1937, Ireland has always been a country with freedom of marriage and separation. During the period from 1937 to 1996, Irish couples were indeed not allowed to divorce, but they chose to maintain the superficial existence of marriage and actually separated. After 1996, under the pressure of the masses and the outside world, the government finally abolished this far-reaching and criticized ban, and the court officially accepted the first divorce lawsuit the following year. Since then, the so-called Irish "legend" that divorce is not allowed has been shattered. Only in distant China, this legend continues to be bombarded on social networks.

In addition to these red tape laws, traditionally, this Atlantic island country also has many fascinating wedding customs. In Irish customs, suitors can be male or female, which is different from many other countries. The more traditional and old-fashioned way of proposing marriage is probably:?

"Would you like to be buried with my family?" "Would you like to hang your clothes with me?" Although it sounds a little scary and boring at first glance, it is these trivial life experiences that lay the foundation for marriage, distinguish marriage, family and love, and let the couple have a clearer understanding of the upcoming life and the responsibilities they will bear.

"Pick April to get married and live happily." This Irish proverb reflects the local people's obsession with wedding dates. I can only guess it has something to do with the weather. As we all know, there are few good months in Britain and Ireland, and April should be a sunny time. It is also a good date for the couple to hold a wedding.

It is also very important that due to the religious influence in Ireland, marriage is not allowed during the six-week fast (Christian festival) starting before Easter, and weddings are not allowed at this stage. Besides, because the church is closed on Sundays, no one gets married on Sundays.