Is spending a lot of money on a wedding party and honeymoon, under the pretext that it is "a once in a lifetime event," considered correct, knowing that spending on the wife is required regarding food, drink, clothing, and housing, and anything beyond that may reach the point of extravagance and eliminate blessing?

The fundamental principle regarding spending is moderation and balance. This varies according to a person's situation, time, and place. Therefore, there is no specific amount that, if exceeded, constitutes extravagance, or if less, constitutes stinginess. Wedding celebrations are permissible for demonstrating joy, but extravagance is not allowed, as it is forbidden by Islamic law. Scholars have warned against the dangers of extravagance in wedding celebrations and high dowries, considering it a violation of Islamic law, leading to complications in marriage and an increase in spinsterhood. "Honeymoon" in the Western style is considered a reprehensible tradition and a waste of money and religion. The Council of Senior Scholars has emphasized prohibiting singing with musical instruments, the mixing of men and women at wedding parties, forbidding extravagance in feasts, holding extravagant individuals accountable, and encouraging the reduction of dowries. In summary, extravagance is always reprehensible, and one should spend according to their situation and ability, avoiding extravagance and waste. However, it is permissible to spend more than usual on wedding expenses, such as holding a feast.