Manthrakodi

Manthrakodi is the saree gifted by the groom to the bride in Syrian Christian tradition. The bride wears it after the church ceremony — she typically arrives in white or cream attire and changes into the Manthrakodi for the reception.

The Manthrakodi is usually a Kerala kasavu saree (off-white silk with gold border) or a silk saree. It is a significant gift representing the groom's provision for his bride and is displayed publicly at the reception.

The name combines 'manthra' (sacred, blessed) and 'kodi' (saree). It parallels the role of the wedding dress in western tradition but is worn after, not during, the church ceremony.