Joy Ketubah Text
On this joyous day, in the presence of our loved ones, we come together to celebrate and affirm our commitment to a marriage founded on shared values, mutual respect, and humor. We acknowledge the strong partnership we embark upon, where both of us stand as equals, cherishing each other’s strengths, supporting each other’s dreams, and embracing the laughter and joy that life brings.
We pledge to honor each other’s autonomy and individuality, nurturing an environment of trust and open communication. We promise to uplift one another, celebrating our accomplishments and providing solace during challenging times. With respect for our unique journeys, we will navigate life side by side, honoring and valuing the contributions we each bring to our relationship and the wider world. We commit to building a partnership rooted in fairness and inclusivity, where both of us can freely express our thoughts, feelings, and aspirations.
We find strength in our shared values. We strive for justice, equality, and compassion, dedicating ourselves to making a positive impact on our community and the world at large. We will work together to create a safe and nurturing space that fosters personal growth, creativity, and lifelong learning. We promise to embrace the power of humor, infusing our days with the ability to find joy in the simplest of moments.
With gratitude for the love that has brought us together, we enter into this covenant of marriage, surrounded by the blessings of our loved ones and the hope for a future filled with shared adventures, support, and endless laughter. We, ______________ and __________________, sign this ketubah to affirm our commitment on this day, the ____ day of the month ____ in the year five thousand seven hundred and ____-____ of Jewish tradition, corresponding to [Secular Wedding Date] ________, the ____ day of _______ in the year two thousand and _____-____ in _______ [Wedding City, State].
Available in Hebrew & English for all couples only at ketubah-arts
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340 words in English and 280 words in Hebrew
Language Options:
Hebrew & English
English Only (as a stand alone text or as an addition to a traditional text in Hebrew or Aramaic)
Hebrew Only
Size Recommendations
Hebrew & English: Medium or Large
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Dreamers and lovers building a life commitment are the central theme of this romantic modern text.
In Hebrew & English:
Progressive, Reform, LGBTQ+, and Interfaith couplesIn English:
Orthodox and Conservative Couples may choose this text as an additional English text in place of a translation of their traditional text.
Interfaith couples (or anyone who doesn’t want a Hebrew ketubah text)
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Couples may change the wording of this text by changing words, deleting anything, using sections from other Ketubah Arts’ texts, or adding a few words.
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The couple
Witnesses (two is traditional but more may be added)
Officiant (multiple officiants may sign and line labels are customizable)
Signature line labels and number of lines may be customized to suit the couple’s preferences.
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Wedding Details
Secular wedding date and time
City & State (and country, if outside the USA) of wedding location
Names for the Couple
Full names for the couple in English, as you want them to appear
Hebrew names (see What is a Hebrew Name?)
- if not using a Hebrew name, decide whether you prefer secular names phonetically in Hebrew or the traditional Hebrew format (Name ben/bat Parent and Parent)
Parents’ names in English
First & Last Names for parents in English, if including them
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A Ketubah Text Order Form will pop up when you add a ketubah to your shopping cart.
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Yes! See a sample set of proofs.

