Muslim · Pre-wedding

Mangni

The formal engagement where the couple exchanges rings and the families agree to the union.

Also known as: mangni, engagement, mehfil

What it means

The Mangni is the public commitment between the two families. Rings are often exchanged and gifts presented, marking the couple as betrothed ahead of the Nikah.

What happens

  1. 1Both families gather; rings are exchanged and the bride receives gifts and sweets.
  2. 2A date for the Nikah is often settled at this gathering.
This explanation is under review by a religious authority — a companion to, not a replacement for, your qazi or imam.

More Muslim rituals

Mehndi (Muslim)
A festive henna celebration, traditionally held separately by the bride's and groom's families.
Nikah
The Islamic marriage contract — the couple consents before witnesses and the Nikahnama is signed.
Rukhsati
The bride's farewell as she departs with the groom after the Nikah.
Walima
The reception feast hosted by the groom's family to celebrate the marriage publicly.
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