As the strong advocate of marriage, Muslim marriage commonly known as Nikah is celebrated with a lot of vigour and magnificence. For Muslims, marriage is a religious duty and a social responsibility. It is a voluntary union of two people- a man and a woman for conjugal life and for raising a family. Unlike Indian weddings which take place at an auspicious time, Muslim marriages take place at any convenient time.
For a Muslim marriage to be valid, certain conditions must be met
Consent of both bride and groom
Mahr is a gift from the groom to his wife
2 witnesses (male or female)
Marriage must be a public affair and not kept a secret
Muslim wedding is divided into pre-wedding, wedding and post-wedding rituals. All the ceremonies related to the wedding are celebrated with a lot of zeal and splendour.
Pre-wedding rituals
Istikhara - This ritual increases the level of excitement and enthusiasm among the families of brides and grooms. Mujtahid (religious head) obtains consent from God with the help of a Rosary. And then the mother of the groom along with other female relatives and family members pays a visit to the bride's home with sweets. The boy's family sees the girl's face for the first time on this occasion.
Mangni - In this ceremony, the female members of the boy's family visit the house of the girl with a lot of food, sweets and vegetables. The sweets are then distributed among the girl's friends and family. The exchange of rings between bride and groom takes place.
Wedding rituals
Nikaah - It is the day of the wedding when invited guests and relations assemble at the bridegroom's place. The bride wears a long flowing skirt and a blouse dress that is known as Sharara. And the head is covered by a dupatta. A groom wears a Sherwani or a traditional salwar and kurta. Settlement of Mahr takes place and Mujtahid asks the bride and groom separately, whether they accept each other as husband and wife. If both answer in affirmation thrice, then Mujtahid recites religious discourses and the Nikaah is completed.
Post-wedding rituals
Arsi Mushaf - Arsi means the mirror and Mushaf mean the holy Quran. It is the occasion when the groom for the first time sees the face of the bride in a mirror held between them.
Salami - After the Arsi Mushaf ceremony is over, both bride and groom salute the elders and get money and presents from them.
Hence, Muslim weddings are a grand affair with lots of joy, pomp, celebration and feast. These weddings are a sight of colour, beauty and magnificence.
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29 February, 2012 at 6:10 pmHindu marriages in India are known for their great pomp and show. Wedding ceremonies extend over a period of four to five days.
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28 July, 2010 at 5:01 pmTotally support muslim traditions... Nice write...