African Weddings are deeply rooted in symbolism-- of strength, commitment, love, new beginnings, an unbreakable bond, honor, blood shed in captivity, a celebration of freedom, prosperity, land, family permissions and growth, royalty, beauty, power and justice. Many of these rituals and traditions have trickled down from Africa to America and throughout the world. Consider the saying, "tying the knot", for example. Did you know that literally tying the knot is actually an important part of…