A symbolic ceremony is the promise of love between two people.  It is the exact same as a regular wedding ceremony, including the exchange of vows and exchange of rings.  The only difference is that it is not legally binding. Nonetheless, it is very common nowadays for the couples to perform this kind of ceremony in order to state their love and their will to spend their lives together. Some of the rituals that can be included in this ceremony are; the unity sand wedding ceremony, the unity candle, wine sharing etc…