Yes, all children are included in your invitation. We ask that, out of respect for the ceremony and those attending, you step outside the mosque if your child becomes upset or noisy, so the ceremony can continue without disruption. Thank you for your understanding and adherence to this request!
A Nikkah is the Islamic marriage ceremony that officially unites the bride and groom in marriage according to Islamic tradition. It marks the beginning of their commitment to each other in the eyes of their faith. The Nikkah is the only religiously recognized way for two people to marry in Islam, securing the couple’s relationship in front of Allah (God). During the ceremony, the couple agrees to marry in the presence of an Imam by saying, “I accept” or “I consent.” In Arabic, this is called Qubool, similar to the American “I do” exchanged during the declaration of intent.
Marriage Contract (Aqd): The most important part of the Nikkah is the signing of the marriage contract, which formalizes the union between the bride and groom. This contract includes the mutual consent of both parties to marry. Witnesses: Two Muslim witnesses are present to validate the contract. Vows and Consent: The bride and groom verbally confirm their willingness to marry in front of the witnesses. Imam (Muslim Religious Leader): An Imam or religious leader conducts the ceremony, recites verses from the Quran, and provides a short sermon on marriage. Dua (Supplication): After the vows and contract signing, a special prayer is made for the couple’s happiness, health, and prosperity in their marriage.
In Islam, the Nikkah is what makes a couple officially married in the eyes of God. We are choosing to have the Nikkah a few months before our wedding (in Spring 2026) to honor our faith while planning a wedding celebration that aligns with both of our traditions, cultures, and backgrounds. We are choosing to have our Nikkah now but won’t consider ourselves traditionally married until the wedding. For us, this period serves as an engagement, allowing us to take this next step in our relationship while preparing for the full wedding experience. Think of it like a traditional wedding where the ceremony and reception are separated—except instead of a few hours in between, we’re taking a few months!
We will hold a dinner reception following the Nikkah ceremony at 12600 Victory Lakes Loop, Bristow, VA 20136. The wedding will be held in Spring 2026, Inshallah (God-willing).
To respect the religious setting, all guests are expected to dress modestly. Inside the Mosque: Men and women must remove their shoes before entering the prayer area. Women must wear loose-fitting clothing that covers everything except the face and hands. A hijab (head covering) is required. Men should wear respectful, non-revealing attire. Transparent or see-through clothing is not permitted. Outside the Mosque: Women may remove their head coverings but should still dress modestly. Clothing should cover the back, chest, shoulders, arms, waist, and legs. Open garments or revealing outfits are not allowed. Guests who do not adhere to the dress code may be asked to adjust their attire or leave the premises by Mosque staff. If you have any questions about the attire, please reach out to Jackson or Razan!
Yes, all female guests must wear a hijab while inside the mosque. If you don’t have one, please reach out to Razan (571-288-9712) in advance, and we’ll have one ready for you on the day of the event. When you arrive, there will be someone outside the mosque to help you with wrapping and securing it before heading in.
We are so excited to have our loved ones join us on our special day! The mosque is a place of worship, and we kindly ask all guests to be mindful of its religious significance. When attending, we ask our guests to please be respectful of the following etiquette/rules: - Please refrain from bringing any food/sweets/drinks, confetti/flower petals inside the mosque. - Please refrain from smoking or vaping inside the mosque, as well as throughout the mosque grounds. - Please remove your shoes before you enter the prayer area and place them in the shoe rack near the prayer area entrance. There will be a separate section for men and women. - Please refrain from overt public displays of affection both inside the mosque and throughout the premises. - Please keep phones silent and remain respectful of those praying. - Guests should comply with any instructions from mosque staff to ensure a smooth and respectful experience for everyone. We appreciate everyone’s understanding and cooperation in honoring the sanctity of this space.
We want to emphasize that your presence at our Nikkah is the greatest gift we could ask for. However, should you wish to give us a gift, we have set up a Fund on our registry page to celebrate our Nikkah. We’ll also be expanding our registry for the wedding in the spring, should you wish to wait. Your contributions will go toward helping us start our life together, and we truly appreciate any support you choose to offer. Thank you for being a part of this special day!
We kindly ask that you RSVP to both the ceremony and dinner reception by May 15 so we can plan accordingly. You can do so directly on this website.