Marriage in Islam

Share and read examples of Islamic marriage contract conditions and mahr (dowry).

In Islam, marriage is a social and legal relationship intended to strengthen and extend family relationships. Islamic marriage begins with a search for an appropriate partner, and ends with an agreement of marriage, the contract, and the wedding party.

How do Muslims find marriage partners? What is the process of courtship and dating in Islam?

When a marriage breaks down beyond repair, Islam allows for divorce. Certain steps must take place to ensure that both parties are protected through this difficult process.

In modern times, Muslims are increasingly turning to the Internet to search for a potential spouse. Consider the advantages and disadvantages, protect yourself, and check this list of online matrimonial sites for Muslims.

This article from Soundvision.com shows how drafting prenuptial agreements can be a way for Muslim couples in America to retain their Islamic rights in a non-Islamic land.

Is interfaith marriage allowed in Islam? What does Islam say about a Muslim marrying a Christian or Jewish person, or a person of another faith?

The Islamic marriage contract must contain certain elements in order to meet Islamic legal requirements.

In the Muslim world, wedding traditions maintain some similarities based on faith. However, there are also colorful, cultural variations from place to place. Here you can find information and wedding photos from around the Muslim world.

After a couple signs the Islamic marriage contract, families usually hold a public wedding party (walima). A wedding is always a happy time for families to celebrate. In the Muslim world, there are colorful, cultural variations from place to place. The various wedding traditions reflect the diversity of the Muslim world.

In Islam, the marriage relationship is characterized by safety, comfort, and love. Married life in Islam is also governed by mutual rights and responsibilities of husband and wife.

Muslims view marriage as the foundation of society and family life. In a practical aspect, Islamic marriage is thus structured through legally-enforceable rights and duties of both parties. In an atmosphere of love and respect, these rights and duties provide a framework for the balance of family life and the fulfillment of both partners.

Weddings in Afghanistan contain elements of Islamic tradition and local culture.

What is the meaning of mahr in the Islamic marriage process? Is it correctly translated as "dowry?"

What is the meaning of "walima" in the Islamic marriage process?

What is the meaning of nikah in the Islamic marriage process?

Muslims share their personal stories of Islamic courtship - how they met their future husband or wife. See submissions