Customs
of Islamism :
There are three main customs of Mulims:
Bismillah : As soon the child reaches the age of four, he undergoes
the ceremony of Bismillah. In this ceremony, the child is dressed in
colorful dress and then given the first reading of Quran. The Child repeats
the lines with his teacher and beguns his formal education.
Nikah or Marriage Ceremony : In this Ceremony, the bride and the
bride groom exchange views in front of their parents, relatives and friends.
Generally a Quazi asks for the consent of the to be husband and wife in the
presence of witness.
Death Ceremony : Once a person passes away, he is bathed and then
dressed in white. After reading the congregational prayers, he/ she is
buried in the grave. People reciting the Quranic verse fill the grave with
earth and again read the solmanisation prayers. After this food is
distributed among the poor for the soul of the deceased.
Places of Pilgrimage
Moti Masjid- Situated in Agra, this Masjid was built by Shah Jahan
in the year 1658 - 65 A.D. It took seven years to built this Mosque.
Jami Masjid- This Masjid is situated in Fatehpur Sikri near Agra. It
was built in the year 1571 A.D.
Jama Masjid - Situated in Old Delhi, it is one of the most beautiful
mosques in India. Its a must see for all those who visit
Delhi.