The first stage in the process of a wedding — the bond and union of husband and wife — is the “betrothal,” which takes place the moment the groom places the ring on his bride’s finger.
There are many laws regarding betrothal. Because it requires a lengthy exposition, we have devoted a special section to it. The section is divided into many chapters in which are explained the general aspect of betrothal as well as the contrast between betrothal as it was practiced in ancient times and the practice of betrothal at present.