Traditional Malay Marriage
A traditional Malay Wedding is one of the most diverse, not to mention lavish, culture tradiotions in the world. An amalgation of local and islamic customs, there are numerous activities that are include in the Malay wedding tradition. The local tradition, melded with tenets of Islam, celebrates the couple's marriage in a ceremony fit for royalty.
" Adat Merisik "
Adat Merisik, also known as the seeking ceremony, is a crucial Malaysian tradition, espicially in arranged marriages. When a man is ready to settle down with the woman, his family performs a background check on her.
" Adat Bertunang "
When the man announces his intenction to marry the woman, the couple's families meet to discuss the plan for the wedding. Both the families then set an engagement date. Adat Bertunang is a symbol that announces that the man and his woman have been brought together at last.
" Akad Nikah "
Akad Nikah or the marriage contract is the first formal part of Malay wedding, as per the islamic and civil laws. It is believed to give the marriage its sancity. In this ceremony, the marriage is solemnised before religious officials. The groom promises the bride that he will take care of her and provide her a family.
Written by,
MuhammadAfiq B. Nasir
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