My Sister's Wedding

A name most befitting your radiant light,

An ancient covenant you’ve sworn to uphold.

Today, a vision in which the angels delight,

Inspiring the stories that young girls are told.



Mawadda, lasting love and friendship loyal,

In your name a sure formula for success.

Carry it proudly even through strife and toil,

With your innate patience, devotion and finesse.



Our celebration today strengthens many a bond,

Ties of kinship, of brotherhood, of love.

Blessed occasions from which the devils abscond,

And Divine Rahma descends from above.



Never forget that the immense love you share,

Is but droplet from Your Creator’s endless sea,

Be steadfast in remembrance and solemn in prayer

For Most Gracious, Most Merciful is He.



Today is for happiness, and also introspection,

Together, halving the distance from your Lord.

May you hold each other in support and affection

And together, achieve His Ultimate Reward.