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What Is Mahr? A Practical Guide for UK Muslim Couples
Articles12 July 2026

What Is Mahr? A Practical Guide for UK Muslim Couples

Mahr is the marriage gift the groom agrees to give the bride as part of the nikah. Learn what it can include, who decides it and how to record it clearly.

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Nikah vs Walima: What Is the Difference?
Articles12 July 2026

Nikah vs Walima: What Is the Difference?

The nikah is the Islamic marriage contract; the walima is the meal and celebration held after the marriage. Compare their purpose, timing, hosts and planning needs.

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What is a Walima? The Islamic Wedding Feast Explained
Articles29 June 2026

What is a Walima? The Islamic Wedding Feast Explained

The walima is the Sunnah feast hosted by the groom's family after the nikah. Learn what it is, when it should be held, and how to plan one in the UK.

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What is a Barat? The Groom's Wedding Procession Explained
Articles29 June 2026

What is a Barat? The Groom's Wedding Procession Explained

The barat is the groom's side arriving at the wedding venue — one of the most celebrated moments in a South Asian Muslim wedding. Here is what it involves and how to plan it.

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What is a Mehndi Night? Traditions, Meaning & How to Plan Yours
Articles29 June 2026

What is a Mehndi Night? Traditions, Meaning & How to Plan Yours

The mehndi night is one of the most joyful pre-wedding celebrations in South Asian Muslim culture. Here is what it involves, the traditions behind it, and how to plan one in the UK.

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What is a Nikah? The Complete Guide for UK Muslim Couples
Articles29 June 2026

What is a Nikah? The Complete Guide for UK Muslim Couples

The nikah is the Islamic marriage contract, the heart of a Muslim wedding. This guide explains what happens during the ceremony, who needs to be present, and what to expect as a couple in the UK.

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