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Xu, Ocker (2013). In most cultures, the ceremony is usually conducted by a priest. However, in Chinese culture, a host supervises the event. Both the husband and the future wife wear a red dress. Most Chinese marriages are arranged. During the ceremony the host says, Xu and Ocker (2013), "The first bow is to heaven and earth!" (p. 591). After saying this, the husband and future wife turn and bow. The host continues, Xu and Ocker (2013), “The second bow is for the parents!” (p. 591), the two then bow to their parents. The host will continue; Xu and Ocker (2013), “The third bow is for each other!” (p. 591) The couple then bows to each other. The host completes the event by telling Xu and Ocker (2013) “Send them to the bridal chamber!” (p. 591) The couple leaves the family for a short period of time and a large gathering concludes the entire event. Xu, Ocker