Imani Jaafar-Mohammad Charlie Lehmann Journal of Law and Practice 2011 Volume 4 Article 3 I. INTRODUCTION There are many misconceptions surrounding women’s rights in
Category: Marriage in Islam
Details of Mahr (Dowry) in the Shariah
Mufti Taqi Usmani The dowry (Mahr) is considered as an honorarium in Shariah. It is presented by the groom to his bride, or stipulated at
Marriage Contracts in Islamic Jurisprudence
Kecia Ali – Senior Research Analyst, FSE – June 2003 Muslim marriage is a contract, not a sacrament. Though it has importance as the only
The Importance of Marriage in Islam
Dr. Meraj Ahmad Meraj Assistant Professor, Department of Arabic, Aliah University, Kolkata, India Abstract The foundation of the family in Islam is blood ties or
Book on the Etiquette of Marriage – Chapter 3
Book on the Etiquette of Marriage Being the Second Book of the Section on Customs in the Book The Revival of the Religious Sciences By
Book on the Etiquette of Marriage – Chapter 2
Book on the Etiquette of Marriage Being the Second Book of the Section on Customs in the Book The Revival of the Religious Sciences By
Book on the Etiquette of Marriage – Chapter 1
Book on the Etiquette of Marriage Being the Second Book of the Section on Customs in the Book The Revival of the Religious Sciences By
Shaykh Hamza Yusuf encapsulates mutual rights of the husband and wife to treat each other well and with kindness
(transcript of talk by Shaykh Hamza) In terms of what engenders and facilitates these relationships, one is really important, is Islamic etiquette so it’s very
Advice from Maulana Maseehullah Khan Saaheb (raheemAllah)
Overlooking the Shortcomings of the Wife Hazratjee Maulana Maseehullah Khan Saaheb (rahmatullahi ‘alaih) said: “Most women are very good by nature. But, after all,
To The Bride
By Muhammad Saifur Rahman Nawhami This article addresses females. The responsibility for husbands can be read in the article entitled To the groom…. This piece is
To The Groom
By Muhammad Saifur Rahman Nawhami This was originally a letter addressed to a groom. Some parts of it has been edited to make it more suitable
What are the defects that must be disclosed to a potential marriage partner?
By Shaykh Muhammad Saalih Al-Munajjid 8 Oct 2013 Question : I have been suffering from a mental illness for several years. For a while, I
How old was Mary when Betrothed/Married to Joseph? At what age was Mary pregnant with Jesus?
By Prof. Geza Vermes Earnest inquiry as to the age of Mary at the time of her betrothal (and marriage) to Joseph as well as the
Some Responsibilities of the Husband and Rights of the Wife in Islam
Dr. G. F. Haddad Damascus Q: I have frequently read what, according to Islamic teachings, a husband may or may not do in a dispute
An-Nikah (marriage) : A blessed bond (1)
by Abdul Jeleel Salaudeen “O mankind! Revere your Lord, who has created you from a single soul, created from it his mate, and dispersed from
Marriage in Islam: The social-cultural benefits (2)
continued from : An-Nikah (marriage) : A blessed bond by Abdul Jeleel Salaudeen “For those who love each other nothing has proven as good as marriage.”
On Marriage in Islam
by Dr. Sherif Mohammed By getting married you are not just getting a wife, you are getting your whole world. From now until the rest
“Then Beat Them”? (Your Wives)
Compiled by Yusuf Estes Women Treatment in Islam We receive many questions about the treatment of women in Islam in general and what Muslim
Wives – Are “Mates”
Women are vital to the very existence of all humans. After all, men are born from women, not the other way around. Allah the Majestic
Marriage
Prof. ‘Abdur Rahman I. Doi Professor and Director, Center for Islamic Legal Studies, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaira, Nigeria. Importance of Marriage in Islam Allah has
Marriage in Islam – if one chooses not to marry or is unable to get married
by Zain The first post on marriage covered the introduction to marriage and generally what Islam portrays regarding marriage. From the topics mentioned, “If one chooses
Marriage in Islam – An Introduction
by Zain Marriage in the dictionary is explained as the name given to when a man and a woman “formally unite for the purpose of living
Marriage without Wali
By Ebrahim Saifuddin Introduction Women require a wali (guardian) who ensures and secures their rights. The question over here is whether the woman needs permission
Characteristics of a Pious Wife
by Ahmed. A pious woman’s priority is to seek the pleasure of Allah. She tries acquiring the qualities of a good wife by following the
Characteristics of a Pious Husband
by Ahmed. On the Day of Judgment :Allah will ask men if they fulfilled their obligations towards their families. They who fear Allah will do
Some Responsibilities of the Husband and Rights of the Wife in Islam
Dr. G. F. Haddad Damascus Q: I have frequently read what, according to Islamic teachings, a husband may or may not do in a dispute
Restoring and maintaining intimacy in marriage
Couples can return to the state of intimacy from conflict, if, and only if, they stop hurting each other and return to meeting each other’s
Man can marry four – why not women marry four?
Bismillah Rahman Raheem RE: Question – “Islam gives man permission to marry four wives. Why can’t a woman have four husbands? Answer – Al Hamdulilah, was-salat was-salam
Islamic Marriage
by Ustadha Hedaya Hartford Book Review by GF Haddad Bismillah al-Rahman al-Rahim Wa Sallallahu `ala Sayyidina Muhammadin wa Alihi wa Sahbihi wa Sallam When Faith
The Marriage Process in Islam
by Shaad Ahmed Before Marrying Selecting a Spouse The first thing we should look for when marrying is how committed the person is to Islam.