Jumping the Broom with a White Bride

I have no advice about whether it would offend or not, but I think the tradition and symbolism is really beautiful and powerful. I can see why your husband wants to do it

I am white so take my opinion for what it's worth. Your fiance is black, and this is a tradition that means a lot to him (it sounds like). Since this is his culture and his tradition that he's inviting you to participate in, and in doing so saying that he approves of your participation, then I'd defer to him. If he is not only not offended but eager, then I don't think it's your place to tell him he should be offended.

Marrying someone is accepting them for everything they are. I think it's a beautiful tradition, and if you and your FH want to do it, you absolutely should. You are coming together as one, you separate yourselves based on color. Don't change what's important to you because it MIGHT bother others. If I was in his family's shoes, I think I would LOVE that you were jumping the broom and taking part in traditions important to my family.

View Quoted Comment I agree with this. His family would potentially be the only ones offended. I would chat with them and see what they think. If anyone online/social media gets offended, well it’s none of their business anyway.
I personally think it would be fine to do especially if it is important to him 😊

I agree with checking with his parents. I do love incorporating cultural elements into weddings. Since it’s an interracial union it may be more acceptable. I’ve never been to a wedding where an interracial couple (black/non black partner) incorporated this and I do think some people might be offended especially given the historical context of why African Americans jumped the broom. I’d listen to what his family and him say though since they’ll be present.

There really is nothing to be offended by. Your groom has culture and that should be respected regardless of if you are white. This is a very powerful symbol for your husband so if anyone has a problem with it, they can take it up with him. Marriage is about you two coming together and embracing everything about each other.

No. Jumping the broom was created because Black American enslaved peoples unions were not legally recognized…you know, because they were property. This person you’re marrying doesn’t sound like he even knows that history. Just no.