Have you ever heard hand fasting? In the last two decades, it has seen a revival from the religious fringe to the mainstream. In medieval times, a hand fasting indicated a betrothal and marriage. While there are many who interpret it as a trial marriage, the idea of the hand fasting lasting a year and a day dates from a time period when divorce was not an option, but the differences between couples and the harshness of the times called for a religious ceremony that honored both the compact of the marriage union, but also the human factor. Many people … Continue reading →