Marriage in Islam: Separating Culture from Religion
Sunnah Nikah, Not Cultural Drama
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Date: Thursday, December 25, 2025
Time: After Zuhr (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM approx..)
Venue: Masjid Bilal, 214 Markham Rd., Scarborough, ON M1J 3C2
Speaker: Mawlana Mushtaq Shaikh (click here to view bio)
Mawlana Mushtaq will lead this workshop, drawing on more than 23 years of experience in listening and supporting couples. Ideal for brothers and sisters preparing for marriage or for young couples, the workshop offers practical, spiritually guided, real-life insights to help build a strong, harmonious marital foundation.
Why You Should Attend
- Gain clarity on Islamic rulings vs. cultural expectations
- Learn how to make faith-based, informed marriage decisions
- Strengthen family understanding and bridge the generational gap
Topics to Be Discussed
- Marry or Not to Marry? – Understanding the purpose and timing of marriage in Islam
- What to Look For (and What Not To) – The Islamic criteria for choosing a spouse
- Foundations for a Happy Marriage – Building trust, communication, and spiritual connection for long-term success
- The Role of Parents – Supportive involvement vs. overreach in the marriage process
- Engagement & Pre-Nikah Boundaries – What’s allowed, and what’s not
- The Maqasid (Objectives) of Marriage – Discover the divine wisdom and purpose behind marriage
- The Prophet’s ﷺ Family Life – Learn from the Prophetic example of compassion and balance
- Roles & Responsibilities – Rights, duties, and mutual respect between spouses
- Leading Causes of Divorce – Lessons from real cases, and how to prevent them
- Family Interference & Managing Conflict – How to balance family influence and maintain harmony
❓ Q & A Session
Open discussion to clarify doubts and gain practical insights
Who Should Attend?
- Brothers & sisters ages 18+
- Parents with adult sons and daughters are welcome
An event to revive the Sunnah and remove cultural confusion in marriage.