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It is commonly believed that the throwing of rice on the couple has been symbolic of wishing them prosperity and good luck. The Asian custom of rice throwing is believed to be an unspoken wish for the couple to always have a pantry full of food. In addition to rice, other grains such as wheat and barley are sometimes thrown on the newlyweds. Like rice, the other grains also wish prosperity and a life of plenty.
Modern couples seem not to mind this tradition. Just as they welcome the tradition of lighting the Wedding unity candle during their wedding ceremony, they welcome the throwing of rice , wheat or barley. Newlyweds all seem to want the same things; they want their marriage to last and they want to experience success in all that they do.
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