Sheva Brochos Invitation Wording (Who Hosts Which Night)
Sheva Brochos invitation wording depends on who is hosting each night. After a Jewish wedding, seven festive meals are hosted by family and friends over the week. Each host sends their own invitation, which should mention the couple's names, the date, time, location, and that it is a Sheva Brochos meal. The wording should be warm and celebratory, reflecting the joy of the week.
After a Jewish wedding, the celebration continues for a full week with Sheva Brochos — seven festive meals hosted by family and friends in honor of the newlyweds. Each host sends their own invitation. Here's how to word it.
Who Hosts Which Night?
The seven nights of Sheva Brochos are typically hosted by different family members and friends:
1. Night 1 — often the groom's family
2. Night 2 — often the bride's family
3. Nights 3-7 — other family members and close friends
Each host sends their own invitation to their Sheva Brochos meal. There is no rule about who hosts which night — it is arranged by the families based on availability and preference.
What to Include on a Sheva Brochos Invitation
Wording Examples
Traditional
"We joyfully invite you to join us for Sheva Brochos in honor of [Chosson] and [Kallah] on [Day], [Date] at [Time]. [Location] — Please join us for a beautiful evening of celebration."
Hosted by Family
"Mr. & Mrs. [Name] are honored to host Sheva Brochos for [Chosson] and [Kallah] on [Day], [Date] at [Time]. [Location]. Dinner to follow."
Hebrew + English
"בשעה טובה — We joyfully invite you to Sheva Brochos for [Chosson] and [Kallah]. [Date] at [Time]. [Location]."
Casual / WhatsApp-Friendly
"Join us for Sheva Brochos in honor of [Chosson] & [Kallah]! [Day], [Date] at [Time]. [Location]. Looking forward to celebrating together!"
How to Word It When You Are the Host
When you are hosting a Sheva Brochos meal, the invitation should make it clear that you are the host:
"We are honored to host Sheva Brochos for [Chosson] and [Kallah] on [Day], [Date] at [Time]. [Location]. Please join us for a festive meal and celebration."
How to Word It When Multiple Families Co-Host
When multiple families co-host a Sheva Brochos, list all the hosts:
"The [Family], [Family], and [Family] families joyfully invite you to Sheva Brochos for [Chosson] and [Kallah] on [Day], [Date] at [Time]. [Location]."
Timing Considerations
Sheva Brochos meals are held on each of the seven nights after the wedding. The first Sheva Brochos is the night of the wedding (if there is a meal), and the subsequent nights are hosted by different family members and friends. The invitations are often sent on short notice — sometimes a day or two before the meal.
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Common Mistakes to Avoid
1. Not specifying which night — make it clear which night you are hosting
2. Forgetting to mention the meal — most Sheva Brochos include a full meal, but guests should know
3. Not including the full address — especially if the meal is at a private home
4. Sending it too late — with Bal Simcha, you can send instantly on WhatsApp
Customizing on Bal Simcha
On Bal Simcha, every word is customizable. Choose from our Sheva Brochos invitation templates and tailor the wording to your celebration. Share instantly on WhatsApp or order printed invitations.
Browse Bal Simcha's Sheva Brachos invitation designs — every design is editable online, in Hebrew, Yiddish and English, and can be shared straight to WhatsApp.
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