Marriage in Islam is a very sacred union, the foundation of which lies in mutual trust, respect and unwavering commitment. But when the start itself is muddled in greed and notoriety, how can it be expected to survive for a lifetime? 

Prophet Muhammad (sas-peace and blessings be upon him) said, “The best wedding is that upon which the least trouble and expense is bestowed” 

Muslim Marriages today have become a red carpet event for the rich and a cruel burden for the poor, when it's supposed to be neither. 

The best of marriage is between two hearts, not between two sets of vendors, caterers and flower arrangements. The best example of a marriage in Islam can be set by us, the younger generation. Just as we are proactive about choosing the right spouse, we should be just as diligent in how we choose to treat them, before and after the wedding. 

It is important to understand that marriage is more than just an event, it is a promise for a better life, a happy life, a happily ever after. By breaking the status quote of notoriously lavish expectations, considering the comfort levels of both parties and focusing more on the values of marriage rather than the catering involved, we can gift ourselves the blessing that is peace of mind. 

It is heartbreaking to see young brides/grooms and their families embarrass themselves as they squabble for more and more money only to meet the mountain of expectations set by society. It is unjust and unfair that the society we live in often levies that expectation on the bride.

It is time that we move away from the notion of ‘log kya kahnge’, and set new rules. We are what make up a society. So let’s celebrate our spouses to be, let’s hope for a better tomorrow, let’s make them feel welcome and loved. 

The person you are choosing to spend the rest of your life with is worth the world and beyond, but she is not worth the marriage hall, gold and the dowry they bring. 

Marriage in Islam is a very sacred union, the foundation of which lies in mutual trust, respect and unwavering commitment. But when the start itself is muddled in greed and notoriety, how can it be expected to survive for a lifetime? 

Prophet Muhammad (sas-peace and blessings be upon him) said, “The best wedding is that upon which the least trouble and expense is bestowed” 

Muslim Marriages today have become a red carpet event for the rich and a cruel burden for the poor, when it's supposed to be neither. 

The best of marriage is between two hearts, not between two sets of vendors, caterers and flower arrangements. The best example of a marriage can be set by us, the younger generation. Just as we are proactive about choosing the right spouse, we should be just as diligent in how we choose to treat them, before and after the wedding. 

It is important to understand that marriage is more than just an event, it is a promise for a better life, a happy life, a happily ever after. By breaking the status quote of notoriously lavish expectations, considering the comfort levels of both parties and focusing more on the values of marriage rather than the catering involved, we can gift ourselves the blessing that is peace of mind. 

It is heart breaking to see young brides/grooms and their families embarrass themselves as they squabble for more and more money only to meet the mountain of expectations set by society. It is unjust and unfair that the society we live in often levies that expectation on the bride.

It is time that we move away from the notion of ‘log kya kahnge’, and set new rules by adopting the way Nikah in Islam is... We are what make up a society. So let’s celebrate our spouses to be, let’s hope for a better tomorrow, let’s make them feel welcome and loved. 

The person you are choosing to spend the rest of your life with is worth the world and beyond, but she is not worth the marriage hall, gold and the dowry they bring.