Mazel Tov
• English Version: Mazel Tov!
• Hebrew Version: "!מזל טוב"
"Mazel Tov" is the Hebrew version of "congratulations" (although the literal translation is "good luck"). It is by far the most common blessing in Jewish weddings. You’ll hear it, say it and use it everywhere…
• Guests congratulate the couple and their family with "Mazel Tov" as they enter the Kabbalat Panim (the reception area).
• You’ll likely write "Mazel Tov" at least once in your wedding card
• When the groom breaks the glass after the seven blessings, the crowd cheers "Mazel Tov".
When in doubt, say Mazel Tov!
May today’s joy continue to fill your life forever!
• English Version: May today’s joy continue to fill your life forever!
• Hebrew Version: שהאושר ימשיך למלא את חייכם לעד
Mazel Tov on your wedding day
• English Version: Mazel Tov on your wedding day
• Hebrew Version: מזל טוב לרגל חתונתכם
May you build a loyal home in Israel
• English Version: May you build a loyal home in Israel
• Hebrew Version: שתזכו להקים בית נאמן בישראל
May you build a Kosher and loving home
• English Version: May you build a Kosher and loving home
• Hebrew Version: שתזכו להקים בית כשר ואוהב
Bracha & Hatslacha!
• English Version: Bracha & Hatslacha! (Hebrew for "blessing and success".)
• Hebrew Version: !ברכה והצלחה
L’Chaim!
• English Version: L’Chaim! (Hebrew for "To life")
• Hebrew Version: !לחיים
L’Chaim is chanted after every toast. And my oh my, are there plenty of toasts in Jewish weddings.
Jews are particularly fond of wine (don’t worry, we don’t discriminate against the other members of the alcohol family).
It is considered a Mitzvah (a commandment from the Torah) to bring joy to the bride and groom. And last time I "checked", wine is a wonderful way to bring joy to the bride and groom (just don’t do anything foolish, yes?).
To quote King David:
Tip: If you’re the one giving the toast, just remember to conclude the blessing with "L’Chaim" (now’s the time to start practicing your "Cchh").
L’Chaim Tovim U’le Shalom
• English Version: L’Chaim Tovim U’le Shalom (Hebrew for "Good life and peace")
• Hebrew Version: לחיים טובים ולשלום
May you fulfill all your dreams together!
• English Version: May you fulfill all your dreams together!
• Hebrew Version: !שתגשימו יחד את כל החלומות
Bracha, Parnasa & Hatzlacha
• English Version: Bracha, Parnasa & Hatzlacha (Hebrew for "blessing, wealth and success")
• Hebrew Version: ברכה, פרנסה, והצלחה
Wishing you lots of Nachat/Naches
• English Version: Wishing you lots of Nachat/Naches
• Hebrew Version: מאחלת לכם הרבה נחת
May God grant you all your wishes!
• English Version: May God grant you all your wishes!
• Hebrew Version: שה’ ימלא כל משאלות לבכם
May your lives be filled with love, joy, and laughter, BH
• English Version: May your lives be filled with love, joy, and laughter, BH
• Hebrew Version: !'שחייכם יהיו מלאים באהבה, שמחה, וצחוק, בעזרת ה
May you be blessed, always!
• English Version: May you be blessed, always!
• Hebrew Version: !תבורכו תמיד
May your marriage be blessed with a lifetime of love and happiness
• English Version: May your marriage be blessed with a lifetime of love and happiness
• Hebrew Version: מאחלת לכם נישואין מלאים באהבה ושמחה
May God fill your home with love and happiness
• English Version: May God fill your home with love and happiness
• Hebrew Version: שה’ ימלא את ביתכם באושר ואהבה
May God bless you and shine a bright light in your home
• English Version: May God bless you and shine a bright light in your home
• Hebrew Version: שה’ יברך אתכם וישרה אור בביתכם
May God bless you with a lifetime of love, peace, and joy
• English Version: May God bless you with a lifetime of love, peace, and joy
• Hebrew Version: שה’ יברך אתכם בחיים מלאים באהבה, שלווה ושמחה
Here’s to a long and happy marriage, L’Chaim!
• English Version: Here’s to a long and happy marriage, L’Chaim!
• Hebrew Version: !לחיי נישואין ארוכים ושמחים, לחיים
Jewish Wedding Quotes & Sayings
The Jewish tradition is full of beautiful quotes, sayings, and phrases about marriage and love. I could easily fill an entire book just with quotes (maybe one day)…
"I am my beloved's and my beloved is mine."
• English Version: "I am my beloved's and my beloved is mine." – Song of Songs 6:3
• Hebrew Version: "אֲנִי לְדוֹדִי וְדוֹדִי לִי"
King Solomon’s famous verse from Song of Songs is by far the most common quote in Jewish weddings. You’ll see it featured anywhere from Jewish wedding invitations, modern Ketubahs, and of course – on Jewish wedding cards.
"I have found the one whom my soul loves"
• English Version: "I have found the one whom my soul loves" – Song of Songs 3:4
• Hebrew Version: "מָּצָ֔אתִי אֵ֥ת שֶׁאָהֲבָ֖ה נַפְשִׁ֑י"
"Kol Sasson V’Kol Simcha, Kol Chatan V’Kol Kala"
• English Version: "Kol Sasson V’Kol Simcha, Kol Chatan V’Kol Kala"
• Hebrew Version: “קוֹל שָׂשׂוֹן וְקוֹל שִׂמְחָה קוֹל חָתָן וְקוֹל כַּלָּה"
This blessing is recited (and chanted) at the seven blessings ceremony. The blessing is concluded with the groom breaking the glass, which marks the end of the Jewish wedding ceremony, and the beginning of the wedding reception.
"He who is mightier than all; He who is blessed above all; He who is greater than all; He who is distinguished beyond all; He should bless the groom and the bride."
• English Version: "He who is mightier than all; He who is blessed above all; He who is greater than all; He who is distinguished beyond all; He should bless the groom and the bride." – Mi Adir
• Hebrew Version: “מי אדיר על הכל, מי ברוך על הכל, מי גדול על הכל, מי דגול על הכל, הוא יברך את החתן ואת הכלה”
This quote comes from the "Mi Adir", a song commonly chanted in Ashkenazi weddings.
"He Who understands the speech of the rose of thorns, the affection of lovers, the joy of the beloved, may He bless the bridegroom and the bride.”
• English Version: "He Who understands the speech of the rose of thorns, the affection of lovers, the joy of the beloved, may He bless the bridegroom and the bride." – Mi Adir
• Hebrew Version: “מי בָן שיח שושן חוחים, אהבת כלה משוש דודים, הוא יברך את החתן ואת הכלה”.
"A husband and wife are one soul, separated only through their descent to this world. When they are married, they are reunited again"
• English Version: "A husband and wife are one soul, separated only through their descent to this world. When they are married, they are reunited again" – Zohar
"Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and cling to his wife and they shall become one flesh."
• English Version: "Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and cling to his wife and they shall become one flesh." – Genesis 2:24
• Hebrew Version: "עַל-כֵּן, יַעֲזָב-אִישׁ, אֶת-אָבִיו, וְאֶת-אִמּוֹ; וְדָבַק בְּאִשְׁתּוֹ, וְהָיוּ לְבָשָׂר אֶחָד"
This quote describes the connection formed between Adam and Eve, another great symbol of two souls uniting into one.
Enjoy life with the woman you love"
• English Version: "Enjoy life with the woman you love" – King Solomon, Ecclesiastes 9:9
• Hebrew Version: "רְאֵה חַיִּים עִם-אִשָּׁה אֲשֶׁר-אָהַבְתָּ"
As you can see, King Solomon has lots to say about love and marriage. This quote is another classic.
"A person should always be careful about the honor of his wife, for blessing is found in a person’s home only due to his wife"
• English Version: "A person should always be careful about the honor of his wife, for blessing is found in a person’s home only due to his wife" – Talmud, Bava Metzia 59a 1
• Hebrew Version: לעולם יהא אדם זהיר בכבוד אשתו שאין ברכה מצויה בתוך ביתו של אדם אלא בשביל אשתו” – תלמוד, בבא מציעא נט’ א
The Talmud is full of quotes stressing the importance of loving, caring, and respecting your spouse.
"A person should always eat and drink less than what is within his means, and he should dress and cover himself in accordance with his means, and he should honor his wife and children more than what is within his means; as they are dependent on him and he is dependent on the One Who spoke and the world was created."
• English Version: "A person should always eat and drink less than what is within his means, and he should dress and cover himself in accordance with his means, and he should honor his wife and children more than what is within his means; as they are dependent on him and he is dependent on the One Who spoke and the world was created." – Talmud Chullin 84b
• Hebrew Version: "לעולם יאכל אדם וישתה פחות ממה שיש לו וילבש ויתכסה במה שיש לו ויכבד אשתו ובניו יותר ממה שיש לו שהן תלויין בו והוא תלוי במי שאמר והיה העולם"
Another great quote from the Talmud. Plus, it gives us another great reminder to stay off the snacks :).
Popular Wedding Wishes
Just because it’s a Jewish wedding doesn’t mean you have to stick to Jewish blessings. What works in other weddings works just as well in Jewish weddings (unless it’s a blessing that involves another religion, of course).
In fact, I strongly recommend combining the best of both worlds! That way, you can knock it out of the park with a blessing that is truly one of a kind!
Here are some of the most popular wedding wishes and blessings…
• May you accomplish all your dreams together!
• May the years ahead be filled with lasting joy!
• Today you begin a new chapter in your life.
• Wishing you joy, love, and happiness on your wedding day
• Wishing you a fun, exciting, and peaceful life as you embark on your journey together.
• May you fulfill all your dreams together!
• May your love grow stronger and stronger every year
• May today mark the beginning of a long, happy, and fulfilling life
• May today’s joy continue to fill your life forever!
• We’re so excited to celebrate this wonderful day with you as your guest
• I wish you two a lifetime of joy, success, and fulfillment together as a happy couple
• Hugs and kisses
• Best wishes
Funny Wedding Wishes
Are you good friends with the couple? Are you known for your witty jokes? Are you willing to go above and beyond to put a smile on people’s faces?
Well, you better be… because the following wishes can either make you:
• Stand out from the crowd
• Stand outside in the rain
Warning: Some married couples will find these wishes hilarious; others will find them obnoxious. Before you put these wishes on your wedding card – make sure you have a close relationship with the couple, and that they can take a joke. In other words: Know your audience (and don’t come crying to me if your blessing backfires!).
• Who needs Netflix, when you’ve got Comedy, Drama, Action, and Thriller all in one marriage?
• Listen to Me… Listen to Her!
• So excited to get wasted on your wedding day!
• Thanks for all the free snacks!
• Congratulations on your transition from "madly in love" to "just mad".
• Did you hear that the divorce rate was 50%? So, heads or tails?
• From now on, guys night out = "Honey, take out the trash"
• It’s been nice knowing you…
• Congratulations, you’re married! (My condolences)
• Wishing you a long life together, Romeo and Juliet!
Jewish Wedding Card Message Examples
OK, you found a bunch of great Jewish wedding blessings and greetings… now what? How do we translate that into a beautifully-written wedding card?
In this section, I’ll give you a bunch of wedding card examples and templates you can use as inspiration.
Important: You’re welcome to copy, borrow, or steal any of these blessings. But don’t be lazy and copy it word for word. Customize it a bit, change it to match your tone, sprinkle some of your unique fairy dust…
You don’t want the bride and groom to find out you "cheated", now do you?
The Traditional Blessing
"I have found the one whom my soul loves" – Song of Songs 3:4
Mazel Tov on your wedding!
May today’s joy continue to fill your life forever!
May God bless you with love, joy, and laughter, BH. May your love grow stronger and stronger every year!
I wish you Bracha, Parnasa & Hatslacha together.
May you build a Kosher and loving home.
Wishing you a long and happy marriage.
L’Chaim!
The Hebrew Blessing
"מָּצָ֔אתִי אֵ֥ת שֶׁאָהֲבָ֖ה נַפְשִׁ֑י"
!מזל טוב לרגל חתונתכם
שהאושר ימשיך למלא את חייכם לעד.
!שה’ ימלא את ביתכם באושר ואהבה. שאהבה שלכם תגדל כל שנה, אמן
ברכה, פרנסה, והצלחה בכל אשר תעשו.
שתזכו להקים בית כשר ונאמן בישראל, בעזרת ה'.
!לחיי נישואין ארוכים ושמחים… לחיים
The Funny Blessing
Congratulations on your wedding day! (dude, my condolences)
Oh, and you probably don’t need Netflix anymore… Now that you’ve got Comedy, Drama, Action, and Thriller in your own marriage.
Anyway, congratulations on your transition from "madly in love" to "just mad".
It’s been nice knowing you… From now on, guys night out = you taking out the trash.
Mazel Tov!
Conclusion
Congratulations! With these Jewish wedding wishes in your toolkit, you’re now ready to unleash the most beautiful stream of blessings ever known to mankind!
Whether you’re looking to congratulate the bride and groom with a thoughtful blessing, give a funny toast at the wedding ceremony, or write a personal Jewish wedding card.
Notice how I highlighted the "personal" part?
That’s because no matter how many blessings I present to you, nothing beats a warm, heartfelt blessing that comes from you.
A Jewish wedding card with a bunch of copied & pasted blessings will only get you so far. If you want to give your card that extra "oomph", inject some of that special personality of yours into the blessing.
Besides, you know the bride and groom much better than I do (I wasn’t even invited! 😡)
Remember:
So steal away (but don’t copy!).
Mazel Tov 🙂
Here are 50 memorable Christian wedding wishes and Bible verses for you to use in a card for a friend or family member.
#1 When you say, "I do," your love for each other becomes a seal upon your hearts and a seal upon your arms, for love is strong as death, passion as fierce as the grave. Many waters cannot quench love, neither can floods drown it. Grow in love. Today. Tomorrow. Forever.
#2 You hold such a cherished place in my heart, and I am grateful to the Lord that you have found someone to love. I pray that the Lord’s favor will be upon your marriage and that he will give you both the wisdom and discernment to guard your beautiful gift of love. God bless you this day and the rest of your life.
#3 What a blessing it is to be here today to witness your wedding ceremony. So many people in our world today do not cherish the institution of marriage. I pray that God will bless your union in abundance because you stood up before him and entrusted your relationship into his hands. Congratulations and God bless you!
#4 I am sorry I am unable to be there for your special day. As you celebrate with those who love and cherish you, remember to praise the Lord for his faithfulness. I am praying that the Lord will give you a life full of his love and grace.
#5 Cry together, laugh often, pray unceasingly, and always be thankful. May you grow in love together all the days of your lives.
#6 Marriage is a lifelong journey. I pray that your love will overflow more and more, and that you will keep on growing in knowledge and understanding so that you faithfully accompany one another in this amazing journey together. Congratulations, newlyweds!
#7 What a joyous occasion it is for me to see the two of you come together in matrimony. My heart rejoices in knowing that the two of you will be taking on life together. What a lovely couple you are! May the Lord richly bless your marriage!
#8 God has brought you together in love. From this moment on, may he guide you in his love through a lifetime of blessings, happiness, and joy.
#9 Being married means giving yourself to your spouse every day. Even when you don’t feel like you have much left to give, or even when it hurts. However, with all patience, humility, and gentleness, bear with one another in love. God is always with you.
#10 Much love to you both on your blessed day! May it be memorable and full of joy as you consecrate your love before the Lord. As you start your new life as man and wife, my prayer is that the Lord will keep you set apart for his glory. May his blessing be upon your marriage always.
#11 The Lord’s love is the anchor for our souls and binds us to a Holy God. I give praise to him for blessing the two of you with a strong bond. You are such a special couple, and I pray that his powerful love will keep your hearts bound together and grant you a blessed union. God bless you both!
#12 The Lord’s creation of marriage is a sacred union. Today as we witness your covenant before the Lord, I pray that your relationship will remain strong and true. God bless you as you go forth now as husband and wife.
#13 As you stand before God acknowledging your love and commitment for each other, take a moment to remember this day. In difficult times, this memory can be an anchor for your marriage as it reminds you of your love for each other. My prayer is that the Lord will give you the fortitude to remain steadfast in your commitment to love each other. Congratulations!
#14 Weddings are such a sacred event showcasing our relationship with Christ. Keeping him at the center of your marriage will ensure his direction and guidance. As you start your new life together, my prayer is that the closeness you share on this blessed day will extend into your fellowship as husband, wife, and Savior.
#15 This is not the peak of your love story. This is the beginning of your love story, united and bound in God’s love. Congratulations!
#16 Weddings are a time for friends and families to gather around the bride and groom and show how much they love them. I feel very privileged to be a part of your group of loved ones. The love we celebrate today is a beautiful gift from heaven, so I pray that our Lord’s love will fill your marriage.
#17 "And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love." Wishing you a lifetime of happiness together and a love that grows stronger with each passing moment.
#18 Scripture tells us that a cord with three strands does not break easily. My prayer is that you will make room for Christ as the third strand in your marriage. Christ will keep your relationship strong and help you through anything that may come your way. May his blessings fall upon your marriage like manna from heaven.
#19 "An excellent wife who can find? She is far more precious than jewels. The heart of her husband trusts in her, and he will have no lack of gain." You’ve received the best gift that comes from God. Enjoy a lifetime of blessed marriage.
#20 If you love one another, everyone will know that you belong to God. Let God’s love be reflected in your marriage.
#21 Having been a part of your lives for so long, it brings me great joy to be here today to participate in your wedding. It is a blessing to witness the love you share. May the Lord God abundantly grow your love for each other and cause your marriage to flourish under his guiding hand. Congratulations to you both!
#22 We gather here today to celebrate the love that you have for one another. His favor for both of you is evident because he has brought you together into this loving relationship. My prayer is that his blessings will fall upon your marriage as he walks with you through this life.
#23 May your marriage be a reflection of God’s love by endlessly giving yourself for one another, and selflessly loving and serving each other. Wishing you a blessed lifetime together.
#24 Love is not something you stumble into. Love needs a lot of effort because you need to give yourself endlessly to the one you love, and it becomes a labor of love. Congratulation on the celebration of your love!
#25 Love is not about feeling; it is a decision and a commitment. May you put love above all virtues, because love binds you two together in perfect unity. Congratulations on your nuptials.
#26 Husband and wife from this day forward. Marriage is such a beautiful plan by God in which to showcase the beauty of his creation. I pray that you will love each with a fearless love. As you walk through this journey called life, may you do so in a way that brings glory to our God.
#27 Congratulations on finding the one whom your soul loves; bone of your bones and flesh of your flesh; the companion you need; the one just right for you.
#28 In the first book of the Bible, we learned that God saw it was not good for man to be alone. As you start this new journey as husband and wife, I pray you will remember how blessed you are to walk this earth together. I pray the Lord will keep you set apart for the good works he has planned for you.
#29 Happy wedding day! It is a beautiful thing when I can witness two people in love consecrate themselves before the Lord. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of this special moment. May his presence always be felt as you walk with him as husband and wife.
#30 The family who prays together stays together, and if they stay together, they will love one another as God has loved each one of them. And works of love are always works of peace. May your bond of love grow stronger in prayer.
#31 God loves you and he wants you to be happy. The key to a happy marriage is to love one another as God has loved you. You know what to do!
#32 Congratulations on your wedding! Many plans and details had to come together, and now the blessed day has arrived. May the diligence shown in your preparations for the wedding now be focused on your marriage. Let your heart always be grateful for what the Lord has given you. God bless you!
#33 "I hold you in my heart, for we have shared together God’s blessings." May you look forward to many blessings and miracles God will bring into your united life in him.
#34 You are no longer two, but one. What God has joined together shall not be separated by men. May the love of God be the foundation of your marriage. Congratulations, newlyweds.
#35 May you always find joy in each other’s eyes, wisdom in each other’s lips, comfort in each other’s arms, kindness in each other’s hearts, and love in your shared life together.
#36 I feel that it is a great blessing to stand as a witness to the acknowledgment of your love before God Almighty. May this day be full of happiness and love. I am praying that your marriage will be an instrument in the Lord’s hands as you fulfill his will on this earth. God bless you both!
#37 The Lord, our God, has shown an extraordinary measure of favor to you both. True love is hard to find in our culture, so I praise him for leading you to each other. I am blessed to witness your special day and to pray for his continued blessing upon your new marriage.
#38 Every good and perfect thing comes from above. With this knowledge, one can only praise God for the beautiful love he has given the two of you. May you always walk in the presence of the Lord and enjoy a prosperous and blessed marriage.
#39 Marriage is about encouraging one another and building one another up. Praying for you to grow in faith, hope, and love as you grow in your relationship together.
#40 God’s first thought of mankind was that man should not be alone. I praise the Lord that the two of you have found each other. May you live long and happy lives together with Christ as the center of your marriage.
Best Bible Verses for Your Wedding Wishes
So now faith, hope, and love abide, these three; but the greatest of these is love.
Song of Solomon 8:7
Many waters cannot quench love, neither can floods drown it. If a man offered for love all the wealth of his house, he would be utterly despised.
Let all that you do be done in love.
1 Peter 4:8
Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins.
Ecclesiastes 4:12
And though a man might prevail against one who is alone, two will withstand him – a threefold cord is not quickly broken.
1 Corinthians 13:4-5
Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful.
Galatians 5:13
For you were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another.
Matthew 19:6
So they are no longer two but one flesh. What therefore God has joined together, let not man separate.
Jeremiah 31:3
I have loved you with an everlasting love; therefore I have continued my faithfulness to you.
Mark 10:9
What therefore God has joined together, let not man separate.
Natalie Regoli is a child of God, devoted wife, and mother of two boys. She has a Masters Degree in Law from The University of Texas. Natalie has been published in several national journals and has been practicing law for 18 years.