Islamic guidance
Fiqh of Marriage
11 articles
Marriage in Islam: intentions before introductions
Islam places enormous weight on the intention behind seeking marriage - sincerity, seeking a righteous companion, and building a stable household grounded in faith.…
A Practical Guide to Preparing for Nikah
Preparing for nikah is much more than choosing a wedding date. It is more than booking a mosque. It is more than agreeing the…
Engagement in Islam: What Are the Rules?
Engagement is one of the most misunderstood stages of Muslim marriage. A man proposes. A woman accepts. Families become involved. A date may be…
Mahr in Islam: What Is It and How Does It Work?
Mahr is one of the most recognised features of Islamic marriage. Almost every Muslim has heard the word. Yet there is still considerable confusion…
Nikah in Islam: What Makes a Marriage Valid?
Nikah is one of the most important contracts a Muslim may enter. It establishes a lawful marital relationship between a man and a woman,…
Questions About Marriage and Nikah Every Muslim Should Ask
Marriage should not begin with assumptions. Yet many Muslim couples enter nikah having discussed surprisingly little. They may know: each otherx27s favourite food;
The Difference Between Nikah and the Wedding Celebration
Many Muslims use the words nikah, wedding, walimah, marriage ceremony, katb al-kitab, and reception almost interchangeably. That can create significant confusion.
The Essential Requirements of an Islamic Marriage
An Islamic marriage is meant to be simple, but it is not casual. Nikah does not require an expensive wedding, a large hall, elaborate…
The Marriage Contract in Islam Explained
Marriage in Islam begins with a contract. This may surprise people who primarily associate Muslim weddings with: family gatherings; beautiful clothing;
Witnesses in Nikah: What Muslims Need to Know
Witnesses play an essential role in Islamic marriage. A nikah is not meant to be a private romantic agreement known only to the two…
What Happens Before and During Nikah?
Nikah is often surprisingly short. A couple may spend months preparing for marriage, but the actual contractual exchange may take only a few minutes.…