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What is a Nikah?

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The Nikah ceremony is the heart of an Islamic wedding—a sacred and joyous occasion marking the official union of the bride and groom in the eyes of faith. Guided by an Imam or officiant, the ceremony typically lasts about 20–30 minutes and begins with a short sermon (khutbah) highlighting the spiritual significance of marriage in Islam, followed by a Quranic recitation. The core of the Nikah is the proposal and acceptance (ijab-o-qubool), where the bride and groom verbally give their consent, often in front of witnesses. Afterward, the couple and witnesses sign the Nikah Nama, the official marriage contract, and a mahr (a symbolic gift or dowry) is presented to the bride. Prayers and blessings are offered for the couple’s future, and sometimes family and friends join in a du’a (supplication). Guests are warmly invited to quietly observe and share in this meaningful, joyful moment. Though simple in ritual, the Nikah ceremony is rich in meaning, emphasizing love, respect, and mutual commitment.

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When should I RSVP by?

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In order to organize the event, we kindly request everyone RSVP by August 31st.

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What time should I arrive at the Nikah?

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The Baraat (entrance procession) will begin at 3:00 PM, and we warmly invite everyone to join the celebration. The Nikah ceremony will start promptly at 4:00 PM, In Sha Allah. Kindly plan to arrive by 3:45 PM at the latest so you don’t miss any part of this special moment.

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Are kids welcome?

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Because of limited space, we kindly ask that you RSVP and attend according to the names on your invitation. We truly wish we could celebrate with all the little ones, but unfortunately, we aren’t able to accommodate extra guests. Thank you so much for understanding!

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Gifts Preference

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With love and gratitude, we ask for your duas and warm wishes. We do not have a gift registry and kindly request no boxed gifts, please.

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Who can I contact for questions or help?

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For leading up to the event, feel free to reach out to Sahar at 508-874-8854 or Zain at 586-530-3977. We will update contacts for the day of the event soon!

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