Nikah Services – Islamic Center of Bowling Green

Nikah (Marriage) Services at ICBG

Part A: Prerequisites Before Processing the Marriage

To ensure that a marriage is conducted according to Islamic principles, the following conditions must be met:

1. Consent of the Groom and Bride

Both the groom and bride must freely and willingly agree to the marriage without any form of coercion or pressure.

2. Wali (Guardian) of the Bride

The Wali is a male relative of the bride who has the authority to grant permission for the marriage.
Typically, the Wali is the bride’s father, but in some cases, another male relative may act in this role.
The Wali must be a Muslim, unless the bride is from the People of the Book (i.e., Jews or Christians).

3. Witnesses

The presence of witnesses is required for the Nikah ceremony.
The witnesses should be upright Muslim individuals and may be arranged in the following combinations:
- Two men, or
- One man and two women, or
- Four women.
The witnesses must be familiar with the couple and one witness should be from the groom’s side, while the other witness should be from the bride’s side.

4. Mahr (Dower)

A Mahr is a valuable gift that the groom must offer to the bride, signifying his commitment to the marriage.
The Mahr can be monetary, jewelry, or any item of value, as agreed upon by the couple.
Both the groom and bride should mutually agree on the amount and the method of payment for the Mahr.

Part B: Steps for Processing the Marriage

Once the above requirements are met, the following steps will guide you through the marriage process:

1. Schedule an Appointment with the Imam

To begin the Nikah process, please contact the Imam at ICBG by calling (270) 846-0806 or emailing islamiccenterbgky@gmail.com to arrange an appointment.

2. Obtain a Marriage License

The couple must obtain a marriage license from the Bowling Green Vital Statistics office, located in Kentucky.

3. Nikah Ceremony at the Masjid

The Imam will conduct the Nikah ceremony at the Masjid, where the marriage contract will be formally executed.

4. Post-Ceremony Refreshments

Following the marriage ceremony, only light refreshments are allowed to be served at the Masjid.

5. Membership Requirement

To ensure the Imam can officiate your Nikah, both the groom and bride must be members of the Islamic Center. If you are not yet a member, you will need to join before proceeding with the marriage service.

We are committed to supporting you in this important step of your life. Should you have any further questions or need assistance, do not hesitate to reach out to us.

Nikah (Marriage) Services at ICBG

Part A: Prerequisites Before Processing the Marriage

Part B: Steps for Processing the Marriage

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