Mahr (; also transliterated mehr, meher, or mahrieh)'s a gift, mandatory in Islam, which's given by the groom to the bride upon marriage in Islamic cultures. (in contrast to other cultures' bride price, which's paid to the bride's father). It's considered to be a form of appreciation, as well as providing certain guarantees for the woman. The gift can be intangible or negligible, it can take the form of investments or real property. The mahr may also be divided into portions, one to be given to… (More on Mahr)