The entry in the marriage Covenant, The process of marriage Islam

The necessary foundations of marriage

 

This article deals with the aspects to be taken into account when the marriage ceremony itself. This includes the marriage contract and the witnesses to the marriage. It is absolutely necessary to recall that as whatever a person is anxious,on something to get involved, his or her intention for Allâh, the Almighty,should be pure. For something so serious as marriage, this should be a conscious.The right intention will ensure that the Federal Government will be blessed and protected by Allâh from difficulties and tribulations. Our sole purpose in life should be to seek the pleasure of Allah in everything we do. If this target was always the focus, we would see many happy and smiling married couples.

 

1. the marriage contract

 

The marriage contract is a required part of the marriage. The marriage itself is actually considered a contract, will be closed between two stakeholders. Marriage is a Covenant, a permanent agreement that can be broken only through the process of divorce.

 

Worth taking the marriage contract with seriousness, and as in any contract, you should be striving to fulfill the obligations and responsibilities to the other parties.

 

All the scholars agree that the offer of one of the parties involved and the adoption by the other are fundamental to the marriage contract. Most of these scholars also say that the range of pages of the woman (or the Walî - the guardian or person who represents him) must come and the adoption, during the marriage, by a husband. The majority of scholars also says that the presence of two (the future husband and the Walî), during the marriage, is required. The woman who is to be married, is located outside of the whole process.

 

It is important to mention that the consent of the Walis is a condition without which the contract would be invalid.

 

The marriage contract itself can be closed simply in oral form, although he may be completed also in written form. Any wording that clarifies the intent and the objectives of the Treaty, is allowed. It is important to mention that the aspects which to get married according to Sharia ' (Islamic law) belong, be mandatory for contracting of marriage for anyone, regardless of whether or not they are specified in the contract. These aspects include the rights and obligations of each parties, such as for example the provision of living expenses on the part of the husband for his wife, and the complying of the wife to obey her husband, etc.

 

Certain customs that are known and accepted by everyone, may occupy the position of a law and are for both parties considered mandatory. This is only acceptable if these customs do not violate the Sharia ' a talk. Examples are the custom that the husband provides the home furnishings, or that the bride is brought to the groom's House.

 

Other contractual agreements may be entered into the marriage contract if both parties so agree. These conditions may neither Shariah ' a conflict with nor do they harm anyone. The main sense and purpose of these additions should be to avoid disputes and deprivation, which can occur in the future.

 

Those who accept the contractual agreements must comply with the conditions, if not, the husband or the wife has the right to declare the marriage void. Allâh says: "O you who have believed, fulfill [all] contracts. Lawful for you are the animals of grazing livestock except for that which is recited to you [in this Qur'an] -  hunting not being permitted while you are in the state of ihram. Indeed, Allah ordains what He intends." (Surah 5:1)

 

The Prophet said: "Muslims must adhere to their contractual arrangements." (Abû Dâwûd and Al-Hâkim) It must be mentioned, however, that some scholars of believe are, that additional conditions may be added to the marriage contract not.

 

2. the presence of the witness

 

The majority of scientists agrees that the presence of two witnesses is fundamental to a valid marriage contract. The Prophet said: "There is no marriage except with a guardian and (exactly) two witnesses." (Al Baihaqî)

 

The witnesses must be fair and righteous, and as an adult, mature and mentally healthy. Most scholars say that the witness must be male, even though Abû Hanîfa of opinion is that a male witness and two female witnesses are allowed. The witnesses must be at two Muslim parties, belong to the religion of Islam. (Abû Hanîfa allowed non-Muslim witnesses, if it is a marriage with a non-Muslim woman).

 

The reason why it must be Muslim witnesses, is to accept the agreement as a religious agreement seriously.

 

Conclusion

 

As how a woman eagerly prepares their wedding anniversary, buying clothes and accessories, which makes beautiful and informed her family and friends about it, should think also about the seriousness of the Treaty, which is to enter. It is a lifetime binding contract which brings many duties and much responsibility. It should do the basics in mind which has this federal according to Islâm (s. o., as well as the first part of this series). She should acquire knowledge about her role as a wife and companion. She should know as well about their rights as a wife. It is a beautiful mutual coexistence, in which the rights of the one change in the responsibility of the other. Many books on this subject are available, and it would be sensible to read something, to prepare for married life. In Islâm, it is not enough to simply dare. You must acquire knowledge, to make him successful and to enter into this Covenant with wisdom, understanding and great dedication.

 

When you're equipped with the right intention and the right knowledge, there should be little space for Satan to make themselves mutually promised before Allâh, to love and to honor until the last day of their lives... between the man and the woman.

 

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