The Cost Of Life Strangled, The Phenomenon Of Marriage Without Reception Becomes A Trend: What Does Islam Say?

The phenomenon of getting married without a reception (artanews)

YOGYAKARTA - In Indonesia, the phenomenon of marriage without a reception is increasingly being discussed. Many young couples began to choose this route for simple reasons, namely the higher reception costs.

This choice is considered more practical as well as giving space for couples to focus on life after the contract. Instead of thinking about decorations or invited guests, adherents of this understanding put more emphasis on commitment and mutual happiness.

Based on research publications at the University of Muhammadiyah Malang (UNM), in Indonesia, wedding receptions or walmah al-urs are still seen as an important part of the series of marriages.

Even though Islamic law and positive law of the state of marriage are considered legal without reception, some people think that marriage is less than fair without a guardian.

In fact, based on research in Bukit Tunggal Village, Palangka Raya, there is an assumption that marriage has not been considered legal in the eyes of the community if it is not accompanied by a reception.

This has a broad impact and has made many families willing to spend large costs, even selling valuables or debting to hold wedding receptions.

Please note, in Islamic teachings, wedding receptions or walmah al-urs have an important position. According to the madzhab Syafi'i, the original law is sunnah muakadah, which is highly recommended sunnah.

Meanwhile, the other three madzhab Imams assessed the wedding reception as a mustahab (recommended), and the Maliki madzhab even considered it mandatory, as ordered by the Prophet SAW.

Meanwhile, the wisdom of this guardian is a form of gratitude to Allah SWT, a sign of handing over children from parents to their husbands, as well as the official announcement of marriage contracts to the community.

Walimah is also a symbol of the start of a new life for couples, as well as strengthening the social dimension of marriage. Thus, wedding receptions in Islam are not just parties, but full of spiritual and social meanings.

Also read articles discussing How to Choose A Match According To Islam According To The Koran

Islam itself has never required marriage to be accompanied by a large reception. The most important thing is that the marriage contract is legal religiously and stately, and is followed by Walimah al-urs (walimaan) as a form of syiar and announcement to the public.

Then from the perspective of Maqashid Syariah Al-Syatibi, simple marriage without an excessive reception is in line with the principle of maintaining property (hifdzul mall) and maintaining offspring (hifdzul nasl).

According to Al-Syatibi, wawasah is indeed important, but it should not cause waste, debt, or heavy burden for both families.

Wedding receptions can thus be done simply, for example eating with the extended family after the contract, but still fulfilling social goals, namely telling the public that the couple has legally become husband and wife.

From the side of protecting offspring, a legal marriage contract guarantees the birth of a generation in a clear marriage bond, so that it has strong rights and positions in society.

Thus, marriage without a luxurious reception can actually be considered more in accordance with Islamic values, as long as there are still guardians even though it is simple.

The most important thing is the emphasized principle of benefit, namely avoiding harm in the form of waste and debt. In fact, marriage must also maintain the continuity of households so that they focus on their main goal, namely building a family that is sakinah, mawaddah, and rahmah.

In addition to discussing the phenomenon of marriage without a reception, follow other interesting articles on VOI, to get updated news, don't forget to follow and monitor all of our social media accounts!