How are marriage ceremonies conducted, and what types of musical instruments and singing are permissible therein as a declaration of the marriage and an expression of joy in a way that pleases Allah and His Noble Messenger?
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Islam called for the public announcement and declaration of marriage, and encouraged joy, amusement, beating the daff (tambourine), congratulations, and holding a wedding feast. However, this announcement and joy are governed by the controls of , so it is not permissible to commit forbidden acts such as intermingling (of sexes), ostentatious display (of beauty), and music.
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