Sheva Brachot are the seven Jewish wedding blessings recited during the marriage ceremony.
The blessings are traditionally said beneath the chuppah, the wedding canopy, after the couple has become legally married. They praise God, celebrate creation, and ask for joy, companionship, and the restoration of Jerusalem. Wine is generally used during the blessings, with the couple drinking from the cup afterward.
The first blessing is the standard blessing over wine. The remaining blessings develop themes including creation, humanity, joy, and the rejoicing of bride and groom. The final blessing invokes happiness and peace.
Sheva Brachot may also be repeated at festive meals during the seven days following a wedding, provided suitable guests and a new celebration are present. They should not be confused with the broader wedding ceremony itself or with Birkat Hamazon, the blessing after meals.