Why does the Kallah wear a veil under the Chupah?
(and why is it generally transparent?)
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Firstly, because it's traditional, going back to the Bible. Rebecca wore a veil for her marriage, as did presumably Rachel/Leah. I think the transparency is just a matter of modern convenience, so she can better see where she's going. Assuming the groom put the veil on her, and her whereabouts are known from that point (bedeken) until the chupah ceremony, we can assume it's the same woman. The groom's act of placing a veil upon his bride is a very old, strong custom (I think Rosh?). One reason is to avoid Rachel/Leah switcheroos (see above). I think I've also heard that according to one Rishon, the bedeken actually serves as nisuin; and/or that it symbolizes his obligation to clothe her. | |||
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upon receiving a gift that one truly longed for, the gorgeous wrapping on the outside makes it even more desirable. as we learn from hagada gd implaced all the precious gems upon hava before bringing her forth to adam. | |||
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