in a fur marriage, the groom's father goes to the bride's father and asks for his son's permission to marry. the bride's father does not give an answer immediately, but then asks the village for its opinion. if everyone approves, the bride's father accepts. the whole village gathers for the announcement of the marriage, and preparations are made. then the marriage starts in the groom's house. the imam recites words from the quran. the groom and bride hold hands during this time. after the wedding, the family and guests have lunch, then they start a lively dance called firalubia. then the bride and groom are taken to the bride's house and given food during which everyone says congratulations ("mabrouk" in arabic).