An-Nikah: The Islamic Marriage
Mutual Agreement of Bride and Groom
Marriage (nikah) is a solemn and sacred social contract between bride and groom. This contract is a strong covenant (mithaqun Ghalithun) as expressed in Quran 4:21. The marriage contract in Islam is not a sacrament. It is revocable.
Both parties mutually agree and enter into this contract. Both bride and groom have the liberty to define various terms and conditions of their liking and make them a part of this contract.
Mahr
The marriage-gift (Mahr) is a divine injunction. The giving of mahr to the bride by the groom is an essential part of the contract.
'And give the women (on marriage) their mahr as a (nikah) free gift" (Quran 4:4)
Mahr is a token commitment of the husband's responsibility and may be paid in cash, property or movable objects to the bride herself. The amount of mahr is not legally specified, however, moderation according to the existing social norm is recommended. The mahr may be paid immediately to the bride at the time of marriage, or deferred to a later date, or a combination of both. The deferred mahr however, falls due in case of death or divorce.
One matrimonial party expresses 'ijab" willing consent to enter into marriage and the other party expresses 'qubul" acceptance of the responsibility in the assembly of marriage ceremony. The contract is written and signed by the bride and the groom and their two respective witnesses. This written marriage contract ("Aqd-Nikah) is then announced publicly.
Sermon
The assembly of nikah is addressed with a marriage sermon (khutba-tun-nikah) by the Muslim officiating the marriage. In marriage societies, customarily, a state appointed Muslim judge (Qadi) officiates the nikah ceremony and keeps the record of the marriage contract. However any trust worthy practicing Muslim can conduct the nikah ceremony, as Islam does not advocate priesthood. The documents of marriage contract/certificate are filed with the mosque (masjid) and local government for record.
Prophet Muhammad (S) made it his tradition (sunnah) to have marriage sermon delivered in the assembly to solemnize the marriage. The sermon invites the bride and the groom, as well as the participating guests in the assembly to a life of piety, mutual love, kindness, and social responsibility.
The Khutbah-tun-Nikah begins with the praise of Allah. His help and guidance is sought. The Muslim confession of faith that 'There is none worthy of worship except Allah and Muhammad is His servant and messenger" is declared. The three Quranic verses (Quran 4:1, 3:102, 33:70-71) and one Prophetic saying (hadith) form the main text of the marriage. This hadith is:
'By Allah! Among all of you I am the most God-fearing, and among you all, I am the supermost to save myself from the wrath of Allah, yet my state is that I observe prayer and sleep too. I observe fast and suspend observing them; I marry woman also. And he who turns away from my Sunnah has no relation with me". (Bukhari)
The Muslim officiating the marriage ceremony concludes the ceremony with prayer (Dua) for bride, groom, their respective families, the local Muslim community, and the Muslim community at large (Ummah)
Marriage (nikah) is considered as an act of worship (ibadah). It is virtuous to conduct it in a Mosque keeping the ceremony simple. The marriage ceremony is a social as well as a religious activity. Islam advocates simplicity in ceremonies and celebrations.
Prophet Muhammad (S) considered simple weddings the best weddings:
'The best wedding is that upon which the least trouble and expense is bestowed". (Mishkat)
Primary Requirements
Mutual agreement (Ijab-O-Qubul) by the bride and the groom
Two adult and sane witnesses
Mahr (marriage-gift) to be paid by the groom to the bride either immediately (muajjal) or deferred (muakhkhar), or a combination of both
Secondary Requirements
Legal guardian (wakeel) representing the bride
Written marriage contract ("Aqd-Nikah) signed by the bride and the groom and witnesses by two adult and sane witnesses
Qadi (State appointed Muslim judge) or Ma'zoon (a responsible person officiating the marriage ceremony)
Khutba-tun-Nikah to solemnize the marriage
The Marriage Banquet (Walima)
After the consummation of the marriage, the groom holds a banquet called a walima. The relatives, neighbors, and friends are invited in order to make them aware of the marriage. Both rich and poor of the family and community are invited to the marriage feasts.
Prophet Muhammad (S) said:
'The worst of the feasts are those marriage feasts to which the rich are invited and the poor are left out". (Mishkat)
It is recommended that Muslims attend marriage ceremonies and marriage feasts upon invitation.
Prophet Muhammad (S) said:
"...and he who refuses to accept an invitation to a marriage feast, verily disobeys Allah and His Prophet". (Ahmad & Abu Dawood
Saturday, October 24, 2009
Marriage: Purpose and Obligation
Marriage: Purpose and Obligation
Definition of Marriage
Nikah is an Arabic term used for marriage. It means "contract". ("Aqd in Arabic). The Quran specifically refers to marriage as "mithaqun Ghalithun,". Which means "a strong covenant".
"and they have taken a strong pledge (Mithaqun Ghalithun) from you?" (Quran 4:21)
The seriousness of this covenant becomes obvious when one finds the same term i.e., Mithaqun Ghalithun, being used for the covenant made between Allah and the Prophet before granting them the responsibility of the Prophethood. (Quran 33:7)
The Quran also uses the Arabic word "Hisn", suggesting "fortress" for marriage. Marriage is considered the fortress of chastity.
The Purpose of Marriage
As a meaningful institution, marriage has two main purposes:
To ensure preservation of the human species and continuation of the human race,
"O mankind! Be careful of your duty to your Lord, Who created you from a single soul and from it created its mate and from them has spread abroad a multitude of men and women" (Quran: 4:1)
To provide spiritual and legal foundation of the family
"And of His signs is this: He created for you mates from yourself that you might find rest in them, and He ordained between you love and mercy. Lo, therein indeed are portents for folk who reflect". (Quran 30:21)
Through Marriage, the conjugal relationship between a man and a woman becomes lawful. It provides a legitimate outlet for recreation as well as procreation. Islam regards sex as natural and good, but restricts it to the partners of marriage so as to ensure the responsibility for its consequences.
"Your women are a tilth for you so go to your tilth as you will, and send (good deeds) before you for your souls, and fear Allah, and know that you will (one day) meet him. Give glad tidings to believers, (O Muhammad)." (Quran 2:223)
Marriage provides spiritual, physical, emotional and psychological companionship. This companionship generates and sustains love, kindness, compassion, mutual confidence, solace and succor (sakinah). It lays a spiritual and legal foundation for raising a family. The children born of the matrimonial union become legitimate and mutual rights of inheritance are established.
Marriage: A Religious Requirement
Marriage in Islam is a recommended as a religious requirement.
"Marry those among you who are single and (marry) your slaves, male and female, that are righteous" (Quran 24:32)
Prophet Muhammad (S) declared:
"When the servant of Allah marries, he has fulfilled half the (responsibilities laid on him by the) faith; so let him be God conscious with respect to the other half". (Mishkat)
Marriage has also been commended as the way of the prophets.
"We indeed sent messengers before you (O Muhammad), and We assigned them wives and children" (Quran 13:38)
Marriage, in fact, is specifically considered the tradition (sunnah) of Prophet Muhammad (S) when he declared:
"Marriage is my Sunnah, whoever disregards my (sunnah) path is not from among us". (ibn Majah)
Islam discourages celibacy and encourages marriage, as Prophet Muhammad (S) recommended:
"Whoever is able to marry, should marry". (Bukhari)
Definition of Marriage
Nikah is an Arabic term used for marriage. It means "contract". ("Aqd in Arabic). The Quran specifically refers to marriage as "mithaqun Ghalithun,". Which means "a strong covenant".
"and they have taken a strong pledge (Mithaqun Ghalithun) from you?" (Quran 4:21)
The seriousness of this covenant becomes obvious when one finds the same term i.e., Mithaqun Ghalithun, being used for the covenant made between Allah and the Prophet before granting them the responsibility of the Prophethood. (Quran 33:7)
The Quran also uses the Arabic word "Hisn", suggesting "fortress" for marriage. Marriage is considered the fortress of chastity.
The Purpose of Marriage
As a meaningful institution, marriage has two main purposes:
To ensure preservation of the human species and continuation of the human race,
"O mankind! Be careful of your duty to your Lord, Who created you from a single soul and from it created its mate and from them has spread abroad a multitude of men and women" (Quran: 4:1)
To provide spiritual and legal foundation of the family
"And of His signs is this: He created for you mates from yourself that you might find rest in them, and He ordained between you love and mercy. Lo, therein indeed are portents for folk who reflect". (Quran 30:21)
Through Marriage, the conjugal relationship between a man and a woman becomes lawful. It provides a legitimate outlet for recreation as well as procreation. Islam regards sex as natural and good, but restricts it to the partners of marriage so as to ensure the responsibility for its consequences.
"Your women are a tilth for you so go to your tilth as you will, and send (good deeds) before you for your souls, and fear Allah, and know that you will (one day) meet him. Give glad tidings to believers, (O Muhammad)." (Quran 2:223)
Marriage provides spiritual, physical, emotional and psychological companionship. This companionship generates and sustains love, kindness, compassion, mutual confidence, solace and succor (sakinah). It lays a spiritual and legal foundation for raising a family. The children born of the matrimonial union become legitimate and mutual rights of inheritance are established.
Marriage: A Religious Requirement
Marriage in Islam is a recommended as a religious requirement.
"Marry those among you who are single and (marry) your slaves, male and female, that are righteous" (Quran 24:32)
Prophet Muhammad (S) declared:
"When the servant of Allah marries, he has fulfilled half the (responsibilities laid on him by the) faith; so let him be God conscious with respect to the other half". (Mishkat)
Marriage has also been commended as the way of the prophets.
"We indeed sent messengers before you (O Muhammad), and We assigned them wives and children" (Quran 13:38)
Marriage, in fact, is specifically considered the tradition (sunnah) of Prophet Muhammad (S) when he declared:
"Marriage is my Sunnah, whoever disregards my (sunnah) path is not from among us". (ibn Majah)
Islam discourages celibacy and encourages marriage, as Prophet Muhammad (S) recommended:
"Whoever is able to marry, should marry". (Bukhari)
Selecting a Marriage Partner
Selecting a Marriage Partner
Marriage is recommended for partners who share a common way of life. The matrimonial partners should be able to fulfill their purpose of creation as defined by Allah. They should be able to effectively carry out their responsibility as care-takers (khalifah) of earth. They should share the common goal of building a well integrated Muslim community and be able to work harmoniously towards it.
Criteria for Selecting a Marriage Partner
Normally the criteria for selecting matrimonial mates are many: wealth, beauty, rank, character, congeniality, compatibility, religion, etc. The Quran enjoins Muslims to select partners who are good and pure (tayyib)
"Women of purity are for men of purity, and men of purity are for women of purity "(Quran 24:26)
Prophet Muhammad (S) recommended Muslims to select those partners who are best in religion (din) and character.
"A woman may married for four reasons: for her property, for her rank, for her beauty, and for her religion (and character). So marry the one who is best in the religion and character and prosper". (Bukhari and Muslim)
Prophet Muhammad (S) assured the bounty of Allah to those who wish to get married and live a pure and clean life.
"Three groups of people Allah obliged Himself to help them: Mujahid in the cause of Allah, a worker to pay his debt, and the one who wants to marry to live a chaste life". (Tirmidhi)
Freedom to Choose a Marriage Partner
Islam has given freedom of choice to those who wish to get married. The mutual choice of the would-be-spouses is given the highest consideration:
"do not prevent them from marrying their husbands when they agree between themselves in a lawful manner" (Quran 2:232)
The process of mate selection should be a function of a healthy balance between the freedom of choice of the would-be-spouses and consideration of the influence and consent of the parents/guardians.
The freedom of choice of those who wish to get married should not preclude the influence and consent of the parents/guardians nor should the parents/guardians ignore the wishes and consent of the would be spouses.
Falling in love is not a pre-condition for marriage in Islam. However, for the purpose of selecting an appropriate mat, the would-be-spouses are allowed to see and/or talk to each other.
Prophet Muhammad (S) recommended:
"When one of you seeks a woman in marriage, and then if he is able to have a look at whom he wishes to marry, let him do so". (Abu Dawood)
The would-be-spouse are allowed to see each other for matrimonial purposes under the direct supervision of their mahram relatives. This provision is expected to be conceived and executed with piety and modesty.
Prophet Muhammad (S) instructed:
"No man has the right to be in the privacy with a woman who is not lawful for him. Satan is their third party unless there is a mahram". (Ahmad)
The would-be-spouses residing in non-Muslim societies are recommended to enter into a pre-nuptial commitment to safeguard Islamic values and Muslim personal law.
Marriage is recommended for partners who share a common way of life. The matrimonial partners should be able to fulfill their purpose of creation as defined by Allah. They should be able to effectively carry out their responsibility as care-takers (khalifah) of earth. They should share the common goal of building a well integrated Muslim community and be able to work harmoniously towards it.
Criteria for Selecting a Marriage Partner
Normally the criteria for selecting matrimonial mates are many: wealth, beauty, rank, character, congeniality, compatibility, religion, etc. The Quran enjoins Muslims to select partners who are good and pure (tayyib)
"Women of purity are for men of purity, and men of purity are for women of purity "(Quran 24:26)
Prophet Muhammad (S) recommended Muslims to select those partners who are best in religion (din) and character.
"A woman may married for four reasons: for her property, for her rank, for her beauty, and for her religion (and character). So marry the one who is best in the religion and character and prosper". (Bukhari and Muslim)
Prophet Muhammad (S) assured the bounty of Allah to those who wish to get married and live a pure and clean life.
"Three groups of people Allah obliged Himself to help them: Mujahid in the cause of Allah, a worker to pay his debt, and the one who wants to marry to live a chaste life". (Tirmidhi)
Freedom to Choose a Marriage Partner
Islam has given freedom of choice to those who wish to get married. The mutual choice of the would-be-spouses is given the highest consideration:
"do not prevent them from marrying their husbands when they agree between themselves in a lawful manner" (Quran 2:232)
The process of mate selection should be a function of a healthy balance between the freedom of choice of the would-be-spouses and consideration of the influence and consent of the parents/guardians.
The freedom of choice of those who wish to get married should not preclude the influence and consent of the parents/guardians nor should the parents/guardians ignore the wishes and consent of the would be spouses.
Falling in love is not a pre-condition for marriage in Islam. However, for the purpose of selecting an appropriate mat, the would-be-spouses are allowed to see and/or talk to each other.
Prophet Muhammad (S) recommended:
"When one of you seeks a woman in marriage, and then if he is able to have a look at whom he wishes to marry, let him do so". (Abu Dawood)
The would-be-spouse are allowed to see each other for matrimonial purposes under the direct supervision of their mahram relatives. This provision is expected to be conceived and executed with piety and modesty.
Prophet Muhammad (S) instructed:
"No man has the right to be in the privacy with a woman who is not lawful for him. Satan is their third party unless there is a mahram". (Ahmad)
The would-be-spouses residing in non-Muslim societies are recommended to enter into a pre-nuptial commitment to safeguard Islamic values and Muslim personal law.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
India Matrimonials
The wedding’ is one of society's most valued traditions, one that is honored worldwide, and more so in India.
However, in the present scenario, while the quest for a prospective companion is getting increasingly demanding, the time that is allotted towards searching for that perfect person has reduced to a great bit, owing to those in the eligible age category focusing strictly on building their careers.
There was a time in the past when the bride and groom were pre requisites for any marriage. The other paraphernalia surrounding marriage was decided only after this all-important decision had been made. However, given the time constraints nowadays, the bride and groom are probably the last things to be zeroed in on, while the clothes, jewellery, venue, etc are all sourced much before. And that, at present is the biggest dilemma of Indian Weddings.
To counter the obstacle posed by limited time, Indian Matrimonial industry has gone through a revamp, and the picture of a marriage broker with a huge diary tucked in with photographs has slowly phased out. The latent need for a medium that would transcend spatial and geographical limitations has led to the rise of the Online Matrimonial Industry. Shaadi.com was the first company of its kind in this line of business, and has been around for 10 years now. Today the site enjoys the first mover advantage not just in terms of brand recognition and acceptability but also in terms of brand presence.
What these online sites do is allow you to search for your perfect one from the comfort of your home and at a time convenient to you, thus doing away with time spent on visiting relatives or prospective relatives’ homes to find an interesting match.
In today’s day and age, ‘convenience’ is the key word. Online India Matrimonials site have successfully brought better matches, better searches, better tools and greater ease of use to users in their own homes and at their respective time.
doshiza.com has tools like – doshiza.com Messenger, AstroSoulmate Search, doshiza Toolbar, etc – which have enabled it to today boast of over 10 million members and 300 million page views per month and over 100000, successful marriages.
The wedding industry in India is huge and has great potential, however, challenges like limited infrastructure, and a largely unorganized market, have limited the growth rate of this colorful and joyous industry.
Yet, changing trends seem to be indicating a positive future, with the non-conventional matchmaking mediums gaining wider acceptance.
Also, the basic mentality and approach towards these mediums is transforming. Individuals no longer look upon arranged marriage mediums as the last resort to finding your partner, rather matrimonial websites are now considered as a favored means of conveniently getting the kind of person that you have always wanted.
However, in the present scenario, while the quest for a prospective companion is getting increasingly demanding, the time that is allotted towards searching for that perfect person has reduced to a great bit, owing to those in the eligible age category focusing strictly on building their careers.
There was a time in the past when the bride and groom were pre requisites for any marriage. The other paraphernalia surrounding marriage was decided only after this all-important decision had been made. However, given the time constraints nowadays, the bride and groom are probably the last things to be zeroed in on, while the clothes, jewellery, venue, etc are all sourced much before. And that, at present is the biggest dilemma of Indian Weddings.
To counter the obstacle posed by limited time, Indian Matrimonial industry has gone through a revamp, and the picture of a marriage broker with a huge diary tucked in with photographs has slowly phased out. The latent need for a medium that would transcend spatial and geographical limitations has led to the rise of the Online Matrimonial Industry. Shaadi.com was the first company of its kind in this line of business, and has been around for 10 years now. Today the site enjoys the first mover advantage not just in terms of brand recognition and acceptability but also in terms of brand presence.
What these online sites do is allow you to search for your perfect one from the comfort of your home and at a time convenient to you, thus doing away with time spent on visiting relatives or prospective relatives’ homes to find an interesting match.
In today’s day and age, ‘convenience’ is the key word. Online India Matrimonials site have successfully brought better matches, better searches, better tools and greater ease of use to users in their own homes and at their respective time.
doshiza.com has tools like – doshiza.com Messenger, AstroSoulmate Search, doshiza Toolbar, etc – which have enabled it to today boast of over 10 million members and 300 million page views per month and over 100000, successful marriages.
The wedding industry in India is huge and has great potential, however, challenges like limited infrastructure, and a largely unorganized market, have limited the growth rate of this colorful and joyous industry.
Yet, changing trends seem to be indicating a positive future, with the non-conventional matchmaking mediums gaining wider acceptance.
Also, the basic mentality and approach towards these mediums is transforming. Individuals no longer look upon arranged marriage mediums as the last resort to finding your partner, rather matrimonial websites are now considered as a favored means of conveniently getting the kind of person that you have always wanted.
The Indian Matrimonial Dictionary
Matrimonial columns are a delight to read, when they're not downright disgusting.
Indian matrimonial columns are something. When it comes to attitude and language, there's no beating them. They also reveal a lot about society. 'Wheatish', 'homely', 'convent-educated', 'innocent divorcee' - are terms you find in Indian matrimonial classifieds and carry their own esoteric meanings.
To begin with, are 'brides wanted' and 'grooms wanted' really derogatory terms treating love as commodity in the 'marriage market' governed by the economic principles of demand and supply? But many people like Swapan Mukherjee, Sociologist by profession, disagrees, "Brides Wanted and Grooms Wanted are not derogatory terms. They signify the need of the advertiser and classify the requirement in specific columns." In support Psychologist Chrisann Almeida also feels, "Marriage is deemed essential for virtually everyone in India, so the term "wanted" actually reflects an almost dire need, so I don't think it's derogatory as such. I'm disheartened about the lack of romance, but this is the reality of things in India."
Matrimonial advertisements haven't shown much change over the years. Ever since the 50s almost everyone wanted to marry a fair girl and the groom had to be financially established and from a so-called respectable family. Though most families were quite particular as far as caste and even gotra was considered, even in 1947, there were advertisements in which 'caste, community and religion' were no bar. Divorces were quite unheard of in 1947 but there were grooms from liberal families quite open to the idea of marrying a widow. However, over the years more importance has been paid to a girl's professional and academic background. When India just got independent it would generally suffice if the girl was just a matriculate and even 16-year-olds were considered old enough for marriage. Dowry hadn't been made a crime so it was asked for openly in print. Browsing through Indian matrimonial classifieds which appeared in the Amrita Bazar Patrika in 1947, one comes across lines like, 'preference to party willing to bear groom's foreign studies expenses' or 'reasonable / liberal dowry'. There were a few cases in which no dowry was asked for or the bride's father boldly refused to pay dowry. A nationalistic father had advertised in the year of the Indian Independence for his daughter's marriage stating- 'unable to pay adequate dowry according to modern foppish standards.'
A glance at contemporary Indian matrimonial classifieds reveals words like 'beautiful', 'professionally-qualified', 'respectable family', 'caring' etc... this may lead one to wonder - are all those who are advertising themselves as good-looking, virtuous and from well-to-do families as claimed in print? If it was really so why don't we see as many gorgeous looking people with great jobs all around us in everyday life? Why doesn't humility ever feature in matrimonial classifieds
The above just proves matrimonial advertising is very simply either about selling yourself, or sourcing a suitable mate, so you go the whole hog and sell yourself as hard as you can. Ever heard of any manufacturer underselling his product or service? Ditto for matrimonial ads!
Indian matrimonial columns are something. When it comes to attitude and language, there's no beating them. They also reveal a lot about society. 'Wheatish', 'homely', 'convent-educated', 'innocent divorcee' - are terms you find in Indian matrimonial classifieds and carry their own esoteric meanings.
To begin with, are 'brides wanted' and 'grooms wanted' really derogatory terms treating love as commodity in the 'marriage market' governed by the economic principles of demand and supply? But many people like Swapan Mukherjee, Sociologist by profession, disagrees, "Brides Wanted and Grooms Wanted are not derogatory terms. They signify the need of the advertiser and classify the requirement in specific columns." In support Psychologist Chrisann Almeida also feels, "Marriage is deemed essential for virtually everyone in India, so the term "wanted" actually reflects an almost dire need, so I don't think it's derogatory as such. I'm disheartened about the lack of romance, but this is the reality of things in India."
Matrimonial advertisements haven't shown much change over the years. Ever since the 50s almost everyone wanted to marry a fair girl and the groom had to be financially established and from a so-called respectable family. Though most families were quite particular as far as caste and even gotra was considered, even in 1947, there were advertisements in which 'caste, community and religion' were no bar. Divorces were quite unheard of in 1947 but there were grooms from liberal families quite open to the idea of marrying a widow. However, over the years more importance has been paid to a girl's professional and academic background. When India just got independent it would generally suffice if the girl was just a matriculate and even 16-year-olds were considered old enough for marriage. Dowry hadn't been made a crime so it was asked for openly in print. Browsing through Indian matrimonial classifieds which appeared in the Amrita Bazar Patrika in 1947, one comes across lines like, 'preference to party willing to bear groom's foreign studies expenses' or 'reasonable / liberal dowry'. There were a few cases in which no dowry was asked for or the bride's father boldly refused to pay dowry. A nationalistic father had advertised in the year of the Indian Independence for his daughter's marriage stating- 'unable to pay adequate dowry according to modern foppish standards.'
A glance at contemporary Indian matrimonial classifieds reveals words like 'beautiful', 'professionally-qualified', 'respectable family', 'caring' etc... this may lead one to wonder - are all those who are advertising themselves as good-looking, virtuous and from well-to-do families as claimed in print? If it was really so why don't we see as many gorgeous looking people with great jobs all around us in everyday life? Why doesn't humility ever feature in matrimonial classifieds
The above just proves matrimonial advertising is very simply either about selling yourself, or sourcing a suitable mate, so you go the whole hog and sell yourself as hard as you can. Ever heard of any manufacturer underselling his product or service? Ditto for matrimonial ads!
Muslim Matrimonial Sites are Gaining Popularity as an Alternative to Arranged Marriages
The internet has brought about a very progressive movement in the way couples have met online and why shouldn't it also help Muslims who are finding it difficult to find love. Muslim matrimonial sites have risen from the ashes of the arranged marriages fiasco. They offer men and women the chance to control their own destiny.
Muslim matrimonial sites have been circulating for years and have a small but rapidly growing following in the Muslim community. The way they operate is simple enough, single Muslims join looking for a partner but unlike other 'dating sites', the emphasis is not on dating but on finding a suitable marriage partner for life. Therefore the individuals who are on these Muslim matrimonial sites are comparatively more serious about their search for a partner as casual dating is not permitted in Islam.
Many Muslims still feel uncomfortable about admitting they have joined Muslim matrimonial sites. It is under the misconception that online Muslim matrimonial sites are only exclusive to the desperate or those that have something fundamentally wrong with their personality. This is simply not the case. Marriage websites have grown to become a useful and viable option when searching for a partner. Where else could you gain so much information about a prospective groom or bride without having to travel half way across the country.
You need to use reliable, established and proven Muslim matrimonial sites where you can start contacting people, and people can start contacting you immediately.
BayNikah.com a relatively young site came up due to a strong desire for a site that caters to the many Muslim singles especially in the Bay Area of California. It now endeavors to become the best Muslim matrimonial site which caters to Muslims all over the world.
BayNikah.com provides a comprehensive platform for Muslims from all over the world to find their suitable life partners. This Muslim matrimonial site offers free Muslim marriage matchmaking service, which helps in finding a potential match for you. It has a growing database of Muslim Matrimony where thousands of Muslim Single men and woman meet to find a perfect Muslim Match. Register yourself at doshiza.com and find your dream match.
Muslim matrimonial sites have been circulating for years and have a small but rapidly growing following in the Muslim community. The way they operate is simple enough, single Muslims join looking for a partner but unlike other 'dating sites', the emphasis is not on dating but on finding a suitable marriage partner for life. Therefore the individuals who are on these Muslim matrimonial sites are comparatively more serious about their search for a partner as casual dating is not permitted in Islam.
Many Muslims still feel uncomfortable about admitting they have joined Muslim matrimonial sites. It is under the misconception that online Muslim matrimonial sites are only exclusive to the desperate or those that have something fundamentally wrong with their personality. This is simply not the case. Marriage websites have grown to become a useful and viable option when searching for a partner. Where else could you gain so much information about a prospective groom or bride without having to travel half way across the country.
You need to use reliable, established and proven Muslim matrimonial sites where you can start contacting people, and people can start contacting you immediately.
BayNikah.com a relatively young site came up due to a strong desire for a site that caters to the many Muslim singles especially in the Bay Area of California. It now endeavors to become the best Muslim matrimonial site which caters to Muslims all over the world.
BayNikah.com provides a comprehensive platform for Muslims from all over the world to find their suitable life partners. This Muslim matrimonial site offers free Muslim marriage matchmaking service, which helps in finding a potential match for you. It has a growing database of Muslim Matrimony where thousands of Muslim Single men and woman meet to find a perfect Muslim Match. Register yourself at doshiza.com and find your dream match.
Muslim Matrimonial Sites are Gaining Popularity as an Alternative to Arranged Marriages
The internet has brought about a very progressive movement in the way couples have met online and why shouldn't it also help Muslims who are finding it difficult to find love. Muslim matrimonial sites have risen from the ashes of the arranged marriages fiasco. They offer men and women the chance to control their own destiny.
Muslim matrimonial sites have been circulating for years and have a small but rapidly growing following in the Muslim community. The way they operate is simple enough, single Muslims join looking for a partner but unlike other 'dating sites', the emphasis is not on dating but on finding a suitable marriage partner for life. Therefore the individuals who are on these Muslim matrimonial sites are comparatively more serious about their search for a partner as casual dating is not permitted in Islam.
Many Muslims still feel uncomfortable about admitting they have joined Muslim matrimonial sites. It is under the misconception that online Muslim matrimonial sites are only exclusive to the desperate or those that have something fundamentally wrong with their personality. This is simply not the case. Marriage websites have grown to become a useful and viable option when searching for a partner. Where else could you gain so much information about a prospective groom or bride without having to travel half way across the country.
You need to use reliable, established and proven Muslim matrimonial sites where you can start contacting people, and people can start contacting you immediately.
BayNikah.com a relatively young site came up due to a strong desire for a site that caters to the many Muslim singles especially in the Bay Area of California. It now endeavors to become the best Muslim matrimonial site which caters to Muslims all over the world.
BayNikah.com provides a comprehensive platform for Muslims from all over the world to find their suitable life partners. This Muslim matrimonial site offers free Muslim marriage matchmaking service, which helps in finding a potential match for you. It has a growing database of Muslim Matrimony where thousands of Muslim Single men and woman meet to find a perfect Muslim Match. Register yourself at www.doshiza.com and find your dream match.
Muslim matrimonial sites have been circulating for years and have a small but rapidly growing following in the Muslim community. The way they operate is simple enough, single Muslims join looking for a partner but unlike other 'dating sites', the emphasis is not on dating but on finding a suitable marriage partner for life. Therefore the individuals who are on these Muslim matrimonial sites are comparatively more serious about their search for a partner as casual dating is not permitted in Islam.
Many Muslims still feel uncomfortable about admitting they have joined Muslim matrimonial sites. It is under the misconception that online Muslim matrimonial sites are only exclusive to the desperate or those that have something fundamentally wrong with their personality. This is simply not the case. Marriage websites have grown to become a useful and viable option when searching for a partner. Where else could you gain so much information about a prospective groom or bride without having to travel half way across the country.
You need to use reliable, established and proven Muslim matrimonial sites where you can start contacting people, and people can start contacting you immediately.
BayNikah.com a relatively young site came up due to a strong desire for a site that caters to the many Muslim singles especially in the Bay Area of California. It now endeavors to become the best Muslim matrimonial site which caters to Muslims all over the world.
BayNikah.com provides a comprehensive platform for Muslims from all over the world to find their suitable life partners. This Muslim matrimonial site offers free Muslim marriage matchmaking service, which helps in finding a potential match for you. It has a growing database of Muslim Matrimony where thousands of Muslim Single men and woman meet to find a perfect Muslim Match. Register yourself at www.doshiza.com and find your dream match.
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