A viral video capturing a bride’s brother returning the bride price during a traditional ceremony has sparked widespread conversation on social media.
The dramatic yet heartfelt moment, which has drawn mixed reactions, featured the brother making a bold statement that the family was not “selling” their daughter.
In the widely shared footage, the bride’s brother stood before the groom’s family and asked for their attention while holding out the white envelope containing the bride price.
He announced that the family had decided to return the money directly to the groom, rather than his family, as a symbolic gesture to emphasize their belief in marriage as a union of love rather than a transaction.
“We are not selling our daughter,” the brother declared firmly, handing the envelope back to the groom.
The groom, visibly moved, knelt to receive the envelope as well as blessings from his bride’s family. The brother went on to explain that their parents had already blessed the union and expressed confidence that the groom’s family would care for and nurture their daughter in her new home.
In a poignant closing, the brother urged the in-laws to treat his sister with love and respect while reiterating the importance of the couple’s happiness over material exchanges.
The gesture has since ignited mixed reactions online, with some applauding the family for challenging traditional norms and others questioning the move.
“This is a beautiful act. It sends a strong message about what marriage should truly stand for,” one social media user commented.
Others, however, felt the act undermined long-standing cultural traditions.
“Bride price is symbolic in our customs. Returning it doesn’t change its significance or purpose,” another user argued.
The video has since sparked a broader conversation about the evolving dynamics of traditional marriage rites and the balance between cultural values and personal beliefs in modern relationships.
Source: OccupyGh.com
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