Scholars Urge Simplicity in Weddings, Call Extravagance a Burden on the Community
Hyderabad, Sept 7: Religious scholars and community leaders have called upon Muslims to adopt simplicity in weddings, urging families to abandon extravagant spending, dowry, and lavish feasts that have become widespread in society. Speaking at a seminar organized by the Socio Reforms Society of India in Balaguda, several speakers emphasized that wasteful wedding practices were destroying the community’s economy and pushing families into debt.
Extravagance Leading to Economic Burden
Addressing the gathering as chief guest, Maulana Abu Talib Rahmani, member of the All India Muslim Personal Law Board, said unnecessary spending on weddings has deeply damaged the Muslim community’s financial health.
“Funeral rites are performed with Shariah in mind, but when it comes to sending off our daughters in marriage, we forget the Prophet’s example. Extravagance and dowry have turned weddings into a burden,” he said.
Maulana Rahmani also pointed out that many religious scholars hesitate to speak openly about the issue, sometimes due to personal financial struggles. “During the COVID-19 pandemic, when scholars instructed people to pray at home, the entire community complied. In the same way, scholars and intellectuals must now guide people to keep weddings simple and boycott dowry and lavish food arrangements,” he said.
He added, “Revolutions do not come from those who trade in religion. It is the white-collared people who attend feasts and demand dowry that have indebted our community.”
Call for Reform and Youth Involvement
Abdul Qadeer, Chairman of Shaheen Group of Institutions, urged youth to reject un-Islamic customs even if it meant disagreeing with their parents. “The Prophet said that the giving hand is better than the receiving hand. Dowry, lavish meals, and monetary exchanges are un-Islamic. Participation in such weddings is a grave sin,” he said.
He warned that social pressure—what people will say—has led families to displease Allah. “This mentality must end. Those who waste money on show and luxury are the friends of Satan,” Dr. Qadeer added.
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Recognition for Simple Marriages
Aleem Khan Falaki, President of the Socio Reforms Society of India, who moderated the session, stressed that a marriage not conducted according to the Prophet’s tradition is un-Islamic and unacceptable. He criticized society’s silence on wasteful practices, especially the exploitation of women through dowry demands.
As part of the event, several young men who solemnized their marriages in a simple and traditional manner during the past year were honored with awards. Among the awardees were Azhar Khaliduddin, Habibuddin, Faizan Mohammed, Adnan Raheel, Mohammed Sajid, Rafiq Khudadad, Mohammed Babar Azam Haqqani, Adil Ahmed, Abdul Hannan, Asadullah, and new Muslim convert Mohammed Aman. Community members Mujibur Rahman, Sheikh Shakeel Ahmed, Awaz Mohammed Ilyas, and Imtiaz Mohammed also received recognition for organizing simple weddings.
Seminar Concludes with Prayers
The seminar, attended by a large number of men and women, concluded with a prayer by Maulana Hamid Khan, former Ameer of Jamaat-e-Islami Telangana. Prominent personalities including Qari Abdul Rahman and journalist Fazil Hussain Parvez were also present.
🗣️ Key Quotes
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“Funeral rites are performed with Shariah in mind, but when it comes to our daughters’ marriages, we forget the Prophet’s example.” – Maulana Abu Talib Rahmani
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“During COVID-19, people followed scholars and prayed at home. In the same way, scholars must now guide society to boycott dowry and wasteful food.” – Maulana Abu Talib Rahmani
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“Dowry, lavish meals, and monetary exchanges are un-Islamic. Participation in such weddings is a grave sin.” – Abdul Qadeer
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“Those who waste money on show and luxury are the friends of Satan.” – Abdul Qadeer
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“If a marriage is not conducted according to the Prophet’s Sunnah, it is an un-Islamic and unacceptable practice.” – Aleem Khan Falaki
❓ Q&A Section
Q: What was the purpose of the seminar in Hyderabad?
A: The seminar, organized by the Socio Reforms Society of India, aimed to highlight the dangers of extravagance in weddings and promote simplicity in line with Islamic teachings.
Q: Who were the main speakers?
A: Maulana Abu Talib Rahmani, Dr. Abdul Qadeer (Shaheen Group), and Dr. Aleem Khan Falaki addressed the gathering.
Q: What issues were highlighted?
A: Speakers criticized dowry, lavish feasts, and unnecessary expenses in weddings, calling them un-Islamic and harmful to the community’s economy.
Q: What solutions were proposed?
A: Scholars urged religious leaders, intellectuals, and youth to boycott un-Islamic practices, keep weddings simple, and spread awareness in society.
Q: Was anyone recognized at the event?
A: Yes, several young men who solemnized their marriages simply and in accordance with Sunnah were honored with awards.
