By Lizzie Frankel
Looking for meaningful Jewish language to add to your wedding invitations? There are plenty of options, and our Judaism Your Way team is here to support you! Here’s a list of ideas that you can use to customize your invitation.
- A Jewish Quote
The Jewish library is full of beautiful quotes to set the tone for your marriage. Here are some well-known choices you can include in Hebrew and/or English on your invitation:
“I have found the one whom my soul loves.” (Song of Songs 3:4)
מָּצָאתִי אֵת שֶׁאָהֲבָה נַפְשִׁי
“I am my beloved’s, and my beloved is mine.” (Song of Songs 6:3)
In feminine language, this phrase is spelled אַנִי לְדוֹדָתִי וְדוֹדָתִי לִי.
אֲנִי לְדוֹדִי וְדוֹדִי לִי
“The voice of gladness and the voice of joy”. (Jeremiah 33:11)
This phrase is frequently used in Jewish wedding blessings. If applicable, you can use the longer version of the phrase, קוֹל שָׂשׂוֹן וְקוֹל שִׂמְחָה קוֹל חָתָן וְקוֹל כַּלָּה
“The voice of gladness and the voice of joy, the voice of the groom and the voice of the bride.”
קוֹל שָׂשׂוֹן וְקוֹל שִׂמְחָה
“Wherever you go, I will go.” (Ruth 1:16)
אֶל־אֲשֶׁר תֵּלְכִי אֵלֵך
“May these loving companions rejoice.” (Seven Blessings)
In feminine language, this phrase is spelled: שַׂמֵחַ תְּשַׁמַּח רֵעוֹת הָאֲהוּבוֹת.
שַׂמֵחַ תְּשַׁמַּח רֵעִים הָאֲהוּבִים
“Joy, song, dance, and delight.” (Seven Blessings)
גִּילָה רִנָּה דִּיצָה וְחֶדְוָה
“Love, companionship, peace, and friendship.” (Seven Blessings)
אַהֲבָה וְאַחְוָה וְשָׁלוֹם וְרֵעוּת
- The Jewish/Hebrew Calendar Date
Fun fact: Judaism has its own calendar, which traces back to the year the ancient sages believed the world was created! Including the Jewish day, month, and year on your wedding invitation is a great way to connect your wedding to Jewish time and the process of creating something new. To find the Jewish/Hebrew date for your wedding, we recommend using Hebcal’s date converter and confirming its results with a rabbi, cantor, or trusted Jewish educator. Since Jewish days start at sunset, the date conversion can sometimes be tricky!
- Jewish Names
If those who are getting married have Jewish names, you can include them alongside secular names. Here is more information about Jewish names.
- Hebrew Invitation Language
Hebrew invitation texts vary. You can use one of the texts below or consult someone to assist you with customizing further:
We are delighted to invite you to celebrate our exciting day with us!
אנו שמחים להזמינכם לחגוג עימנו את היום המרגש שלנו
With hearts full of joy, we are honored to invite you to join us in celebrating!
בלב מלא שמחה אנו מתכבדים להזמינכם להשתתף בשמחתינו
We are honored to invite you to the wedding celebration of [names in Hebrew or English].
הננו מתכבדים להזמינכם לשמחת נישואי
Mazal tov (congratulations) on your upcoming marriage! Feel free to contact us if you have questions as you navigate this new chapter.
