Relıgıous Belıefs in Azerbaıjan Weddıng Tradıtıon
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.51699/cajlpc.v7i3.1564Keywords:
Azerbaijan, Holy Quran, family and marriage, weddingAbstract
This article examines religious beliefs embedded in Azerbaijani wedding traditions as an important expression of family, marriage, and cultural identity. In Azerbaijani society, wedding ceremonies are not merely social celebrations but also reflect religious values inherited through generations. The study highlights several symbolic practices, such as beginning wedding rituals with the word Bismillah from the Holy Quran, performing istikhara before marriage decisions, and passing the bride and groom under the Holy Quran. These practices demonstrate how religious belief becomes integrated into the structure of marriage customs and collective identity. The article argues that Azerbaijani wedding traditions represent a combination of national, religious, and psychological consciousness that strengthens family values and social continuity. Therefore, the wedding tradition functions as a cultural space where Islamic beliefs and Azerbaijani identity are preserved and transmitted.
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