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New Video: Orthodox Weddings Explained – What is a Koumbaro or Koumbara? | Greek Orthodoxy 101

Father Maggos answers the question, “What is a Koumbaro or Koumbara?” Are they the Orthodox terms for the “Best Man” or “Maid of Honor” or are they more complex than that? What are their duties and responsibilities; plus, are there restrictions in how they can be selected? Do they have to be Orthodox? What is a paranymphios?

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