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Engagement

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The question

What is the church view on engagement rings?

The answer

While the wedding bands are part of the crowning ceremony representing the union of the two, the engagement ring and its value is a social and cultural matter and the church does not have a certain stand regarding it. You should not ask for one that you know is not affordable or would be a burden on your fiancé. Love and respect are ways more valuable and more important than the price of an engagement ring.

Answered by His Eminence Metropolitan Youssef (opens in a new tab)

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