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Ruling On Marriage Contracts In The Mosque
THE 44TH MEETING OF THE PERLIS STATE FATWA COMMITTEE / 2019
26 - 27 NOVEMBER 2019 / 29 - 30 RABIUL AWWAL 1441H
RULING ON MARRIAGE CONTRACTS IN THE MOSQUE
Marriage is not conditioned to be performed in the mosque; however, it may be conducted in the mosque and is even recommended if it fulfills the etiquettes and regulations of the mosque. If performed in the mosque, the administrative regulations by JAIPs must be complied with, namely:
1. Wedding equipment may not be brought into the mosque except with special permission.
2. No wedding ceremonies may be held in the mosque except for the marriage contract.
3. Must not cause disturbance to congregants who are worshipping in the mosque.
4. It must not be held during obligatory prayer times that could disturb congregational worshippers.
5. Ensuring decent attire appropriate to mosque etiquette.
6. Not performing any actions or conduct that arouse passion or cause temptation.
Resolved at the Meeting of the Majlis Agama Islam dan Adat Istiadat Melayu Perlis No. 1 of 2020 convened on 10 January 2020.