What does it mean to say ones peace?

Say one’s piece is the traditional version of the phrase and means to give a prepared speech or share an established opinion. Make peace means to let go of a grudge or reconnect with someone after an argument. Hold one’s peace is to stay quiet about one’s objections. This is most often heard in marriage ceremonies.

Is it speak my piece or peace?

Say your piece and hold your peace are separate idioms. “Say your piece” refers to stating your opinion, or your “piece” or “part” of the conversation. This is often confused with “hold your peace,” which is often associated with marriage objections and refers to remaining silent and peaceful.

What does forever hold your piece?

The phrase is “Forever hold your peace,” which means to make or be at peace with what is happening and to remain silent. To “speak one’s piece” means to say something prepared, as in an opinion or statement… so telling people to “forever hold their piece” is saying “don’t ever say what you came here to say.”

Is Speak now or forever hold your peace required?

Except for melodramatic movie weddings, the minister’s instruction that “if anyone can show just cause why this couple cannot lawfully be joined together in matrimony, let them speak now or forever hold their peace” almost always gets omitted from ceremonies these days.

What does hold your peace mean in the Bible?

or keep one’s peace. phrase. If you hold or keep your peace, you do not speak, even though there is something you want or ought to say. [formal]

What does I am a piece mean?

The meanings “sexual intercourse” and “sexual partner” are both vulgar slang. When referring to a person, the term piece is usually used with disparaging intent and perceived as insulting.

What does the officiant say before the vows?

Officiant: We’ve come to the point of your ceremony where you’re going to say your vows to one another. But before you do that, I ask you to remember that love—which is rooted in faith, trust, and acceptance— will be the foundation of an abiding and deepening relationship.

What does the marriage officiant say?

Officiant: And now by the power vested in me by _______________, it is my honor and delight to declare you married. Go forth and live each day to the fullest. You may seal this declaration with a kiss. I am so pleased to present the newlyweds, NAMES.

How can we protect our peace?

10 Habits to Protect your Peace and Energy

  1. Let go of things you can’t control.
  2. Avoid comparing yourself to others.
  3. Keep your faith larger than your fear.
  4. Develop an attitude of gratitude.
  5. Don’t be afraid to spend time alone.
  6. Avoid spaces that don’t feel right.
  7. Speak kindly to yourself and others.

What is a piece in slang?

What should your officiant say?

Officiant: ________, please now make your vows. Groom: I, ________, take you, ________ to be my wedded wife. I promise to stand by your side through good and bad times, for richer or poorer, in sickness and in health. I vow to stay true to you and love you unconditionally for the rest of my days.