Nikkah is the sacred Islamic marriage contract, rooted in sincerity, love, and faith. It consists of: Ijab & Qabool (Proposal & Acceptance): Mutual consent of the bride and groom. Mahr : A gift from the groom to the bride, symbolizing respect and responsibility. Witnesses: Ensuring the marriage is public and honored. Dua & Blessings: Seeking Allah’s guidance and barakah in the union. The simplicity of Nikkah reflects the beauty of Islam—marriage is not about extravagance but about starting a journey in the name of Allah.
Marriage in Islam is considered a sacred bond filled with love, respect, and partnership. It is guided by the principles of kindness, understanding, and shared purpose. "And among His signs is that He created for you spouses from among yourselves so that you may find tranquility in them, and He placed between you love and mercy." (Quran 30:21)
I was in the library, surrounded by students buried in their books or scrolling their phones. And then, I saw her—a hijabi, completely immersed in her reading. Out of everyone there, she stood out effortlessly. I wanted to talk to her, but how? So, I did what any reasonable man would do—I "accidentally" bumped into her. Her book, Riyad-us-Saliheen, slipped from her hands. "SubhanAllah! I’m so sorry!" I blurted, scrambling to pick it up. She smiled, unfazed. "It’s okay, really." Noticing the hadith she was reading, I seized my chance. "Oh? That’s actually one of my favorites—the chapter on marriage is so deep." One conversation led to another, and before I knew it, I was asking, "Would you be comfortable sharing your father’s number?" She paused, then with a knowing smile, handed me a slip of paper. Disclaimer: This is just for laughs! But hey, Qadr works in mysterious ways.