How to Create an Interfaith Ketubah That Reflects Both Your Traditions

Planning a wedding as an interfaith couple is a beautiful opportunity to honor your unique love story. And your ketubah – the symbolic document traditionally used in Jewish weddings – can be one of the most meaningful reflections of your values, cultures and hopes for the future.

As a ketubah artist who’s created nearly 900 ketubahs for couples around the world, I’ve worked with many interfaith and multicultural pairs. I recently asked my Instagram community what mattered most to them when planning their interfaith ketubah – their thoughtful replies helped shape this guide.

Here’s how to create a ketubah that feels inclusive, personal, and truly yours.

What Is an Interfaith Ketubah?

Traditionally, a ketubah is a Jewish marriage contract – but today, it can also serve as a symbol of love, equality, and shared values between people of different faiths or backgrounds. For interfaith couples, it’s a chance to honor both traditions while crafting something entirely unique.

What Interfaith Couples Look For

When I asked couples what was most important to them in an interfaith ketubah, here’s what they shared:

“I wanted a ketubah that wasn’t too traditional and didn’t have too much G-D language.”

“Having English since my husband is from Israel and I’m not.”

“I wanted to ensure it had language that also made my partner feel included and seen.”

“We wrote our own promises using our favorite love songs.”

These quotes reflect a desire for inclusivity, flexibility, and meaning – values that can absolutely guide your ketubah process.

Choose Language That Speaks to You Both

Language is one of the most personal aspects of a ketubah. Many interfaith couples choose bilingual ketubahs, often in Hebrew and English, but there’s no limit to what you can include.

I offer a range of pre-written texts – spiritual, poetic, egalitarian, and more – many of which are especially suited for interfaith or intercultural weddings. You’re also welcome to submit your own wording at no extra cost, in any language. I’ve formatted ketubahs in Spanish, Portuguese, German, Hindi, Arabic, and others – sometimes even using three languages in one design.

“Customizable text, including the ability to put my husband’s non-Hebrew name in Hebrew.”

As long as the final wording is provided in full (translating is one of the few things I don't offer!), most designs can accommodate it beautifully.

Make It Inclusive

One of the most common requests I hear is for a ketubah that feels inclusive to both partners – regardless of background or beliefs.

“I wanted to ensure it had language that made my partner feel included and seen.”

Whether that means using neutral language, avoiding religious terms, or reworking the format to reflect your shared values, your ketubah should feel like it belongs to both of you.

Let Go of Guilt: This Is Your Ketubah

Many couples told me how freeing it felt to create a ketubah that reflected their relationship, rather than expectations from family or tradition.

“The ability to choose what’s in it without any guilt.”

This document is about your promises to each other – and there’s no one “right” way to do that. You’re allowed to make it meaningful in your own way.

Get Creative Together

Your ketubah doesn’t have to be just a text – it can be a piece of art you both connect to. Many couples choose the design together or incorporate elements from both cultures.

“We chose our design together too.”

Think shared color palettes, meaningful symbols, or artwork inspired by your love story. I offer both ready-to-order and custom ketubah designs, and each one is printed or painted on fine-art cotton paper with optional hand-applied metallic leaf for a unique finish.

Balance Tradition and Modernity

It’s possible to honor tradition while embracing something modern. Whether that’s an updated version of a classic text, a poetic interpretation of vows, or blending Hebrew with English and a third language – your ketubah can be a perfect fusion of heritage and individuality.

“Your options for custom text were perfect!”

How I Support Interfaith Couples

Every couple is different – and that’s what I love most about this work. Whether you're looking for something traditional with a twist or completely custom, I guide you through each step, from choosing the right text to designing a ketubah that reflects your shared identity.

In Summary: Your Ketubah, Your Way

Your interfaith ketubah can be one of the most meaningful parts of your wedding – not just a document, but a celebration of who you are and what you're building together.

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