Marriage is a magical and unique journey that unites two souls into one. It is a celebration of love, commitment, and the promise of a life together. Nothing expresses these sentiments better than poetry, with its eloquent and emotionally-charged words.
We have gathered 10 inspiring poems about marriage, written by some of the most renowned poets of all time. These verses capture the essence of commitment, union, and the joy of saying “I do” to your beloved.
Whether you are a bride or groom preparing for the big day, or a couple celebrating years of marriage, these poems will touch your heart and remind you of why you chose to spend the rest of your life by your love’s side.
“Marriage” by Elizabeth Barrett Browning
God bless this day of marriage! God bless our union true! God bless us with His love and grace, And let His Spirit dwell in our hearts!
May He unite us in an indissoluble bond, May He unite us in a love that never dies! May He unite us in an eternal covenant, May He unite us in His blessing and His glory!
May He give us strength to face life’s challenges, May He give us courage to overcome obstacles! May He give us wisdom to guide our steps, May He give us faith to trust in His plan!
God bless this day of marriage, And may His love accompany us every day!
“Marriage” by Christina Rossetti
Two lives that become one, Two hearts that beat as one, Two spirits that blend in harmony, Two beings united in love.
Together they will face life’s journey, Sharing joys and sorrows, Supporting each other in difficult times, Celebrating moments of happiness.
May their union be blessed by God, May their love grow every day, May their path be guided by faith, And may their life be filled with divine grace.
- “Marriage” by Maya Angelou Together, we two will build a home, A cozy nest where love can dwell. Together, we two will create a family, Joining our hearts in one joyful swell.
Together, we two will confront life, Sharing its victories and defeats. Together, we two will celebrate each moment, Strengthening our bond with every beat.
May our marriage be a blessing, A union blessed by God above. May our love be a beacon of light, Illuminating the path to eternity.
- “Marriage” by Khalil Gibran You are mine, and I am yours. You are my own, and I am your own. We are one, and our love is eternal.
Our souls have met and merged, Forming a single flame that burns with passion. Our hearts beat in synchrony, Pulsing with the rhythm of our commitment.
May our union be a sacred sanctuary, Where we can shelter our love and our faith. May our journey be guided by divine grace, And may our love be the light that guides us.
- “Marriage” by Rumi You are mine, and I am yours. You are my heart, and I am your own. We are one, inseparable, Bound by the love that unites us.
May our union be a dance, A synchronized movement of souls. May our love be a song, A melody that echoes eternally.
May our journey be an adventure, Full of discoveries and growth. May our marriage be a blessing, A divine gift to be celebrated.
May God bless this day of marriage, And may His love guide us forever.
- “Marriage” by Pablo Neruda I married you because you were the one, Because no one else could love me like you. Because your laughter is a flame that warms my heart, And your gaze is the light that illuminates my path.
I married you because you are my complement, The missing half that makes my life complete. Because your embrace is the safe harbor where I find refuge, And your kiss is the sweet reward for my love.
I married you because you are my soulmate, The person with whom I share my dreams and my life. Because together we are stronger, braver, happier, And our love is the greatest blessing God has given us.
- “Marriage” by Sylvia Plath I chose you, my love, to walk by my side, On this journey of life, until the end of our days. Together, we’ll face the storms and the challenges, Supporting each other, strengthening our bond.
I chose you, my love, to be my eternal companion, To share my joys, my sorrows, my fears. Because you are the only one who can fill my heart, And make me feel complete, loved, and secure.
I chose you, my love, to build a home together, A sanctuary of love and understanding, where our love can bloom. May our union be a sacred sanctuary, blessed by God, And may our love be the light that guides us to eternity.
- “Marriage” by Rabindranath Tagore You are mine, and I am yours, Our souls have merged into one. Together, we’ll build a world of beauty and harmony, Where our love can freely express itself.
Our lives have intertwined like the flowers in a garden, Creating a tapestry of colors and fragrances. Our hearts beat in sync, like the waves of the sea, Forming a symphony of eternal love.
May our union be a dance of joy and gratitude, Celebrating the blessing of being together. May our journey be guided by divine wisdom, And may our love be the force that sustains us.
- “Marriage” by Gwendolyn Brooks My love, my companion, my friend, You are the anchor that keeps me steady. Together, we navigate the seas of life, Facing the waves and the strong winds.
You are my safe haven, my refuge, Where I can find peace and comfort. You are my guide, my support, my everything, My heart beats in unison with yours.
May our union be blessed by God, May our love grow stronger with each passing day. May our journey be filled with joys, And may our marriage be an eternal blessing.
- “Marriage” by Langston Hughes Marriage is a dance of two, A synchronized movement of souls. It is a love song, a divine melody, That echoes through the ages.
Marriage is a promise of loyalty, A commitment to always be there. It is a sanctuary of tenderness and understanding, Where love blossoms and strengthens.
Marriage is a heavenly blessing, A precious gift to be celebrated. May God bless this sacred bond, And guide our steps to eternity.
These 10 poems beautifully capture the essence of marriage, from the joy of commitment to the eternal bond of love. May they inspire and uplift you on your own journey of marriage and love.