a Jewish woman is regarded as the symbol of a yichud ("unification") of God's "oneness" with the joining of the bride and the groom. By rejoicing in front of the bride and creating an atmosphere of happiness and joy at that moment in the wedding it is, as it were, as if one were rejoicing before the Shechina and the moment of its highest unification with utmost Godliness, which is a reason for great rejoicing. In addition, a Jewish groom and bride are considered to be as if they were a King and Queen on their marriage day, so by honoring them through dance one is honoring the "Queen" and her "King." References External links Nagel, Ari. Mitzvah tantz. 13 August 2014. Multiple male guests dance with the bride, with a gartel. Mitzvah Tantz Of Ger Tzedek R' Ezra Chaim Shlita Tamiz 5773. 12 June 2013. A male guest performs for the bride. Hasidic Judaism Jewish marital law Ritual dances