Proposal

Public ring proposals could constitute Jewish marriages, creating halachic issues, rabbi warns

Beersheba Chief Rabbi Avraham Deri warned that a ring proposal before witnesses could create a halachic marriage, meaning a couple could later need a religious divorce.

|ByJAMES GENN
(Illustrative) A man proposes to a woman on a private terrace near the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France, February 10, 2026
Former hostage Emily Damari and her girlfriend, social media influencer Danielle Amit.

Emily Damari proposes to girlfriend Danielle Amit at event marking a year since release from Hamas

Damari was released from Hamas captivity in January 2025 alongside former hostages Romi Gonen and Doron Steinbrecher. 

|ByMIRIAM SELA-EITAM
Mia Schem, 21, reunites with her family following her release after being held hostage by Hamas in the Gaza Strip, at Sheba Medical Center in Ramat Gan, Israel, in this undated handout image, obtained by Reuters on December 1, 2023.

Released Gaza captive Mia Schem engaged to childhood friend in Caesarea proposal

Last year, Mia Schem was released as part of the hostage release deal.

|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
A simple and intimate marriage proposal

A simple and intimate marriage proposal

A simple and respectful marriage proposal for those who prefer modesty and intimacy in these complex times.

|ByIN COLLABORATION WITH POZIYLOV DIAMONDS

Plan an Unforgettable Proposal with a 'Couple from Above'

Discover what makes a proposal unforgettable: the right mix of gesture, setting, surprise, and a personal touch that encapsulates your unique love story.

MARCH 3, 2024By IN COLLABORATION WITH A 'COUPLE FROM ABOVE'
A 'Couple from above' - arrange a marriage proposal for you that you won't forget

Mother accidentally sabotages son's romantic marriage proposal

A viral video shows the embarrassing moment when the groom's mother unintentionally steals the spotlight during a romantic marriage proposal in Italy.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023ByMAARIV
The marriage proposal went wrong because of the groom's mother