Top Mosques – Masjids

July 19, 2023

Amina

Finding the perfect location, religiously or not, is a key piece in preparation for your wedding day. Some couples prefer small and intimate, while others want the big grand ball. Culture and traditions play a role as well, as they mold and prepare you for what you will now be referred to as husband and wife. Islamically, a small intimate celebration is preferred as it prevents the couple from overspending and splurging on something not deemed necessary. Couples may complete their religious ceremony and follow it by the reception the same day. Please refer to the following Mosques/ Masjids that provide matrimonial services as well as a space to have your reception. Call it a one stop shop to happily ever after.

Masjid Al Wali located in Edison, New Jersey, provides Nikkah Services. They also have 3 different sized halls to provide just the right amount of space needed to have your wedding ceremony and celebration. There is an application you would need to submit in order to utilize the space as well as the Nikkah services. Not to mention, their are some spots on the Masjid grounds that would make a beautiful backdrop for the couples to take photos

Muslim Center of Greater Princeton is a beautifully architectured masjid located in Princeton, New Jersey. This masjid is just 15 min away from Princeton University. For someone who appreciates architectural buildings, utilizing this masjid for your Nikkah and wedding celebration is a huge win-win. The couple can perform their Nikkah ceremony at the masjid, followed by a small trip to the beautiful Princeton University to capture some timeless photos, then to return to the masjid to celebrate with family and friends utilizing their banquet hall services. Not to mention, depending on the time of year, they have a beautiful well manicured outdoor area, which will provide a delicate natural scenic background for quick photos with family and friends.

El- Zahra Islamic Center located in Midland Park, New Jersey. On the main floor of the masjid, they have a beautiful entrance into their grand prayer hall. The interior has beautiful and cozy architectural design with high ceilings and wood framing that compliments the gold and maroon accents. In addition, they have a banquet hall downstairs that provides enough space to accommodate your family and friends. They also have an outdoor area that can be utilized for gatherings and functions as well. This is a one stop shop masjid that covers all your wants and needs.

Al Falah Center is located in Bridgewater Township, New Jersey. This masjid has a main prayer hall that can be utilized for prayer as well as special events. They also have a community room that is available for function use. The masjid is beautifully manicured with tranquil cool tones. Application and event tour recommended before location use. They provide layout views, halal food recommendations, and vendor lists to use for your special event.

Al Mustafa Center is located in Pompton Lakes, New Jersey. This mosque provides a beautiful prayer area with high ceilings and stained glass windows to add a pop of color to your backdrop. The facility also holds a banquet hall that is modern and well maintained with a neutral color palette.

Dar- Ul- Islah is located in Teaneck, New Jersey. This grand masjid provides a large prayer space, with gold and maroon accents. The facility at night is beautifully lit up to give the building an iridescent vibe. The facility also provides a banquet hall for party use. In order to inquire about the hall rental, you must contact them directly and they will provide details to the facility rules and requirements.

These are just a few locations to a local New Jersian. If you are from out of state or live in the Tri-State Area’s, look around and visit all the locations before making a definite decision. You want to ensure that the location of choice is something you can be proud and happy to have used for your special day. This may seem like a simple choice of spatial usage but it's an affordable option that gives you the freedom to enjoy your special day with the least amount of wasted funds. On a happy note, I leave you with the words of God and His Messenger, Muhammad S.A.W.

XOXO, Blogs By Amina

The Prophet Muhammad s.a.w. said:

لَمْ نَرَ لِلْمُتَحَابَّيْنِ مِثْلَ النِّكَاحِ

"There is nothing like marriage, for the two who love one another.”

With marriage and its commitments, comes tranquility, affection and mercy. Allah s.w.t. says in the Quran:

وَمِنْ آيَاتِهِ أَنْ خَلَقَ لَكُم مِّنْ أَنفُسِكُمْ أَزْوَاجًا لِّتَسْكُنُوا إِلَيْهَا وَجَعَلَ بَيْنَكُم مَّوَدَّةً وَرَحْمَةً ۚ إِنَّ فِي ذَٰلِكَ لَآيَاتٍ لِّقَوْمٍ يَتَفَكَّرُونَ

“And of His signs is that He created for you from yourselves mates that you may find tranquillity in them, and He placed between you affection and mercy. Indeed in that are signs for a people who give thought.”

(Surah Ar-Rum, 30:21)

هُنَّ لِباسٌ لَكُم وَأَنتُم لِباسٌ لَهُنَّ

“Your spouses are a garment for you as you are for them”

(Surah Al-Baqarah, 2:187)

أَنَّ النَّبِيَّ صلى الله عليه وسلم كَانَ إِذَا رَفَّأَ الإِنْسَانَ إِذَا تَزَوَّجَ قَالَ: بَارَكَ اللَّهُ لَكَ وَبَارَكَ عَلَيْكَ وَجَمَعَ بَيْنَكُمَا فِي خَيْرٍ

When the Prophet s.a.w. congratulated a person who just got married, he said: "May Allah bless you and send blessings upon you, and bring goodness between you two."

(Sunan At-Tirmizi)

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