A Muslim marriage ceremony is a symbolic and solemn religious event between two people of Islam faith. Islam is the second largest religion in the world, with nearly a quarter of people on Earth observing the faith in 2010. Because of the widespread nature of Islam, a Muslim wedding ceremony can take many forms, depending on the culture of the couple.
Like marriage ceremonies across cultures and religions, a Muslim wedding ceremony is informed by ancient traditions and laws, but adaptable to suit the couple.
Here is the meaning behind some of the most common traditions in a Muslim marriage ceremony.
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