Wondering if a Western-style Muslim wedding is allowed in Islam? A Muslim wedding officiant explains how couples can combine a Western-style wedding with an Islamic nikah while staying faithful to Islamic marriage rules. I often receive thoughtful questions from couples who are trying to honor both their Islamic values and…
The 65th Conversion to Islam marks another meaningful milestone in a journey that has unfolded steadily over the past two decades. Each conversion is unique. Each story is personal. And each declaration of faith carries a depth that words can hardly capture. This time, it was Joe — a Catholic…
Alexandria, VA – February 20, 2026 The 64th Conversion to Islam marks a meaningful milestone in a journey that has unfolded over the last 20 years. When someone wants to convert to Islam, I go through a rigorous process. I ask questions and follow up with additional inquiries to ensure…
Introduction: Role Models for Muslim Marriages in Islam In Islam, marriage is not merely a social contract; it is a sacred bond rooted in faith, responsibility, compassion, and divine wisdom. Muslims across generations seek guidance from exemplary lives that embody these values in practice. Among all examples, none stands taller…
The relationship between Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and Hazrat Aisha (RA) stands as one of the most beautiful and meaningful examples of marital harmony in Islamic history. Rooted in compassion, mutual respect, equality, emotional intimacy, and spiritual partnership, their marriage reflects the true essence of Islam’s teachings on love and companionship.…
Introduction to the Muslim Nikah Ceremony This wedding beautifully united a Pakistani Muslim groom and an Afghan Muslim bride. The groom requested that a portion of the ceremony be delivered in Urdu—a request I was honored to fulfill, as Urdu is my mother tongue. While the ceremony was primarily conducted…
A Nikah ceremony is one of the most cherished and meaningful events in a Muslim couple’s life. It represents love, unity, commitment, and the blessing of family and faith. Recently, a remarkable milestone was reached: the 60th Nikah among 587 weddings officiated across rich cultural, religious, and ethnic diversity. This…
Honoring Egyptian, English, and Colombian Traditions A special thanks to the groom’s Egyptian family and friends, as well as the bride’s English and Colombian friends, who honored the mosque’s traditions. The groom’s parents, originally from Egypt, incorporated several Egyptian customs into the ceremony. One such tradition involved reciting the 99…
When Pastor Jones announced his intention to burn 3,000 copies of the Quran in Mulberry, Florida, our community stepped in to help diffuse what could have become a deeply divisive and painful situation. While Pastor Jones had the constitutional right to exercise free speech, we also had the moral responsibility—and…
Introduction to Nikah In Islam, Nikah refers to the Islamic religious marriage agreement or ceremony that formalizes the union between a man and a woman as husband and wife. The term “Nikah” is an Arabic word meaning marriage or matrimony. It is both a sacred and legal agreement in Islam,…
Introduction Is thinking in Islam called for? Absolutely. The Quran itself is filled with verses that invite reflection, reasoning, and contemplation. For years, I’ve used the slogan: “If it is not common sense, then it is not Islam. ©” This message is also reflected in my work at World Muslim…
Polygamy and Its Cultural Contexts Some religions and cultures still approve polygamy. For instance, what if a boy initially marries a girl and later takes a second wife? Polygamy is not allowed in Western societies, but it is permitted in many Muslim societies. In Hindu culture, the practice is often…
Introduction Farrukh Shaikh from Dallas wrote, “This is a warning to all Muslims in this forum that Mike Ghouse’s religion is not Islam; he is Ismaili and a misguided person. If anyone needs more information about his religion, please let me know.” Really? Aren’t Ismailis Muslims? Aren’t Ismailis Muslims? So…
The Question That Never Ends: “What Is Your Real Name?” Since I stepped onto this soil, not a week has passed without someone asking, “What is your real name?” And my answer has always been the same: Mike Ghouse. But I see the hesitation on their faces. They struggle to…
Who Wants to Live in Tension? A Loving God Desires Harmony Who wants to live in tension? The loving God desires His creation to live in harmony. To achieve this, He encourages men and women to marry those with whom they are compatible, allowing them to experience daily peace and…
Lailatul Qadr, also known as the Night of Power, is one of the most sacred nights in Islam. It occurs during the last ten nights of Ramadan, typically on one of the odd-numbered nights after the 20th day. While many observe it on the 27th night, others choose different odd…
The full article is in my book, The “American Muslim Agenda – Muslims building a cohesive America.” available on kindle…
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By Our Representative In an email alert to Counterview, a senior Washington DC-based activist has said that recent trends suggest, when…
On June 12, 2017, it will have been 50 years since the U.S. Supreme Court decided that Americans should in…
Growing up without filters of religion, nationality, race, or ethnicity, couples of South Asian descent marry for only love Ishq…
Men have not outgrown their ‘need’ to control others, particularly their women. They want their women to be subservient to…
by Huma NisarApril 17, 2022 Interfaith Marriages, a Washington-based wedding officiant service, led by a prominent Indian American Muslim Mike Ghouse, has…
Faiz and Ankita came from different religious backgrounds and fell in love during college. NEW DELHI: Ankita Agarwal and Faiz Rehman…
Twenty-two years ago my husband John and I married with two ceremonies: a December Methodist Blessing ceremony in his hometown…
As a wedding officiant, I counsel the couples to live a happier life by preparing them to anticipate and mitigating…
Indeed, there are more single Muslim women in the United States than single men. As a pluralist and an interfaith specialist…
For a long time, Muslim men married women of the book–Jews, Christians, and Muslims (Abrahamic), while Muslim women rarely married…
Promoting Interfaith Harmony Through Marriages in The US:Mike Ghouse Is A Pluralist Committed To Promoting Interfaith Marriages Main Points: 1. …
Ghouse was honored by RCC 13 years ago on April 16, 2009 RELIGION COMMUNICATORS COUNCIL HONORS THREE DALLASITES. Mike Ghouse…
Cohesive mankind, cohesive Ummah and cohesive America are what Mike Ghouse stands for. Irrespective of what people think about him,…
The dominating understanding among Muslims is that while Muslim men are allowed to marry people of the book, Muslim women…
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We Officiate Muslim and Interfaith Marriages Allah is the Arabic word for God. He is the Rabbul Aalameen (Quran1:2), the…
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Welcome to America the land of open minds. I thank the Lord for making me an instrument of bringing his…
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Who is a Muslim and What is Islam? Islam is a faith centered around subscribing to the creator’s guidelines to…
The Question That Never Ends: “What Is Your Real Name?” Since I stepped onto this soil, not a week has…
A Challenge to My Faith Farrukh once wrote in a social forum, “This is a warning to all Muslims in…
Fostering Harmony in a Diverse World As a Muslim, my role is to create cohesive societies where all aspects of…
Understanding the People of the Book – A Universal Perspective The Quran encourages deep reflection, wisdom, and intellectual reasoning. Numerous…
Who Wants to Live in Tension? A Loving God Desires Harmony Who wants to live in tension? The loving God…
When Pastor Jones announced his intention to burn 3,000 copies of the Quran in Mulberry, Florida, our community stepped in…
Introduction: Role Models for Muslim Marriages in Islam In Islam, marriage is not merely a social contract; it is a…
