What to Expect at a Traditional Marriage Ceremony

Here is how a traditional islamic marriage ceremony typically takes place. Watch this brief video for information. 

Have you been to a traditional islamic marriage ceremony? Are you getting married and want to set up a ceremony? Here is what to expect at the event:

• The ceremony commences with an introduction and opening remarks.
• The clergy/ imam will then deliver an English sermon on the topic of love and marriage.
• Arabic readings and Quranic recitations are then conducted by the Imam. 
• The clergy will then transition in to document signing with the couple and their witnesses. 
• A ceremonial component is usually incorporated at this point such as a ring exchange or vows. 
• The official declaration and announcement declaring the couple as husband and wife, and the new Mr. and Mrs. is now made. 
• A final supplication/ prayer is now made to bless the couple in their matrimony. 
• The ceremony usually concludes within 20 to 30 minutes. 

Contact Imam Services for your ceremony. We are here to tailor your ceremony according to your needs.