Ring Descriptions and Ring Vow Selections

+ Simple Ring Vows with Description

_ & __ have rings to present to one another as a symbol of their love & marriage vows today. Wedding rings are typically made of 2 different things. Diamonds & gold.

Diamonds are one of the hardest substance from the earth. They represent the strength & toughness of a marriage. The harder you work on polishing a diamond the more beautiful it will become. And in marriage, the harder you work at it, the more beautiful it becomes.

Gold is pure & lasting. It represents the pureness of the marriage vows & the commitments made to one another. It also represents the hope of a lifelong marriage that is continually renewed.

And the circle of a ring represents a never ending & undying love for one another.

+ Short & Sweet Ring Vows

The wedding ring is the outward and visible sign of an inward and spiritual bond that unites two loyal hearts in endless love. May these rings always remind you that it was love that brought you together, and it is love that will keep you together through all the seasons of your lives.

(The Celebrant shall say): May I have the token of (Groom’s) __ love for (Bride) __? (Celebrant receives ring from Best Man. Groom places ring on Bride’s finger.)

(The Celebrant shall then say): (Groom) __, please repeat after me.

(Bride) __, this ring is the token of my love. / I marry you with this ring, / with all that I have and all that I am.

+ Contemporary Rings/Ring Vows

You are about to give each other a ring. The wedding ring is a symbol of many things. It is made of precious metals that symbolize a love that is pure and enduring. It is made of rare gems that symbolize a love that is priceless and irreplaceable. It is made in a perfect circle that symbolizes a love that is permanent and everlasting. Whenever you look at this ring, may it forever remind you of the promises you have made this day to keep your love pure, priceless, and permanent.

(The Celebrant shall say): May I have the token of (Groom’s) __ love for (Bride) __? (Celebrant receives ring from Best Man. Groom places ring on Bride’s finger.)

(The Celebrant shall then say): (Groom) __, please repeat after me.

(Bride) __, I give you this ring / as a symbol of my love and faithfulness, / and as I place it on your finger, / I commit my very heart and soul to you. / I ask you to wear this ring / as a reminder of the vows we have spoken / on this, our wedding day.

(The Celebrant shall say): May I have the token of (Bride’s) __ love for (Groom) __? (Celebrant receives ring from Maid of Honor. Bride places ring on Groom’s finger.)

(The Celebrant shall then say): (Bride) __, please repeat after me.

(Groom) __, I give you this ring / as a sign of my commitment / and the desire of my heart. / May it always be a reminder / that I have chosen you above all others, / and from this day forward, / we shall be united as husband and wife.

+ Civil Rings/Ring Vows

The wedding ring is a circle that has no end, and symbolizes the never-ending love that exists between you. The ring is made from precious metals purified by the heat of testing, and is a symbol of the purity of your love for one another. The ring is also made of rare gems that radiate a brilliance and quality unlike other ordinary stones, and represents the riches that reside in each of you. May these rings always reflect the light of your love throughout your life together.

(The Celebrant shall say): May I have the token of (Groom’s) __ love for (Bride) __? (Celebrant receives ring from Best Man. Groom places ring on Bride’s finger.)

(The Celebrant shall then say): (Groom) __, please repeat after me.

I give you this ring. / Wear it with love and joy. / As this ring has no end, / neither shall my love for you. / I choose you to be my wife / this day and forevermore.

(The Celebrant shall say): May I have the token of (Bride’s) __ love for (Groom) __? (Celebrant receives ring from Maid of Honor. Bride places ring on Groom’s finger.)

(The Celebrant shall then say): (Bride) __, please repeat after me.

This ring I give you / in token of my love and devotion, / and with my heart, / I pledge to you all that I am. / With this ring, I marry you / and join my life to yours.

+ Traditional Rings/Ring Vows

The wedding ring serves as a symbol of the promise you have just spoken. It is the outward and visible sign of an inward and invisible love that binds two hearts together. The wedding ring also is a symbol of what God is. He is without beginning and without end----He is eternal. As you can see, the ring is without beginning and without end. So I believe this exchange of rings not only reminds us of the unending love you have for each other, but also reflects the eternal love God has for each of you.

(The Celebrant shall say): May I have the token of (Groom’s) __ love for (Bride) __?
(Celebrant receives ring from Best Man. Groom places ring on Bride’s finger.)

(The Celebrant shall then say): (Groom) __, please repeat after me.

This ring I give in token and pledge / as a sign of my love and devotion. / With this ring, I thee wed.

(The Celebrant shall say): May I have the token of (Bride’s) __ love for (Groom) __?

(Celebrant receives ring from Maid of Honor. Bride places ring on Groom’s finger.)

(The Celebrant shall then say): (Bride) __, please repeat after me.

This ring I give in token and pledge / as a sign of my love and devotion. / With this ring, I thee wed.