Married Life

This vast creation from the smallest atom to the largest galaxy comprises of tribes and peoples based upon the system of pairs. Every element is formed from atoms, and every atom is composed of negative electron and positive proton. The occurrence of...

This vast creation from the smallest atom to the l...

Allah says in the Qur'an in prohibition of adultery: Verily it is a vulgarity and a vileness and an evil path to follow'. 20 The use of the expression vulgarity, together with the particular past tense verb in Arabic (Kaana) gives the command an eter...

Allah says in the Qur'an in prohibition of adulter...

The custom of early marriage is upheld by the intellect and the religion. It was the norm amongst Muslims from the dawn of Islam up to and before the cultural, economic, and military assault by the laws of the West and East upon their lands. If this ...

The custom of early marriage is upheld by the inte...

Marriage is a vital necessity. The survival of the species depends upon it and the survival of any organism is an intellectual necessity. Hence the world's intelligentsia try to prevent the extinction of a particular organism. So what of humanity? Th...

Marriage is a vital necessity. The survival of the...

Despite the obvious harmony of human nature regarding the establishment of the family and married life, and that there is no structure to the human species without this establishment and the fortification of its elements, one can observe certain voic...

Despite the obvious harmony of human nature regard...

God 8 has said in his masterful book: 'And of everything we have created pairs so that you might take notice'. 9 The law of pairs is so deeply intrinsic to created objects that one does not find any atom or galaxy or anything smaller or larger than t...

God 8 has said in his masterful book: 'And of ever...

Why do marriages fail? Satan is the best destroyer of marriages and hates married couples the most. His best feast is when he manages to split a married couple. He causes doubts between them and make it seem that there is no way out of a particular ...

Why do marriages fail? Satan is the best destroye...

It is highly recommended that the wedding should take place at night. The hadith says, “Take the bride to her new home during the night.” 30 When the bride enters the room, the groom is recommended to take off her shoes and wash her feet (in a washbo...

It is highly recommended that the wedding should t...

These recommendable acts are five: 1. Washing both hands upto the elbows three times before the ghusl. 2. Gargling three times. 3. Wiping the hands on the whole body to ensure that every part has been thoroughly washed. 4. Combing the hair with the f...

These recommendable acts are five: 1. Washing both...

Is there any particular position for sexual intercourse which is forbidden in Islam? No! As far as the basic coital positions are concerned, there are no restrictions. The term 'basic coital positions' denotes the positions known as the man above, fa...

Is there any particular position for sexual interc...

Islam has forbidden sexual intercourse during menstruation. The Qur'an says: They ask you about menstruation. Say: “Menstruation is a discomfort (for women). Do not establish sexual relations with them during the menses and do not approach them (sexu...

Islam has forbidden sexual intercourse during mens...

Though basically marriage is allowed at all times, there are some days on which marriage is not recommended; some of these are based on ahadith and some on cultural, historical reasons. Generally, we can categorize these days into three: (a) There ar...

Though basically marriage is allowed at all times,...

According to Shariah, the wife-to-be says, 'An Kah'tu nafsaka a'lal mah'ril ma'loom' “I have given away myself in Nikah to you, on the agreed Mahr.” Immediately, the man (bridegroom) says, 'Qabiltun Nikaha'. “I have accepted the Nikah.” With these pr...

According to Shariah, the wife-to-be says, 'An Kah...

Some relevant points to be noted are: 1. Engagement or Mangni does not qualify the future spouses to go out together, even if the parents consent. Man and woman become permissible for each other only after the performance of Nikah. 2. Dowry The unisl...

Some relevant points to be noted are: 1. Engagemen...

Now that we have seen how much importance Islam has accorded to marriage and marital life you would perhaps ask, “How do we select a spouse? What are the guidelines provided by Islam in this regard? Do we look for some particular characteristics or j...

Now that we have seen how much importance Islam ha...

For man to become eligible for taking a woman's hand in marriage, Islam has several recommendations. According to Islamic laws, when a boy attains the age of fifteen, or becomes sexually potent, he is baligh, and has attained puberty. But this is not...

For man to become eligible for taking a woman's ha...

The proper time and age of marrying is when the individual reaches sexual as well as mental maturity. Mental maturity may mean the capability of establishing a cordial family life and the ability to fulfill rights of family members. The need of a spo...

The proper time and age of marrying is when the in...

Various studies prove that married people remain healthier, physically and mentally. Islam, has always maintained that marriage is beneficial for us in many ways. Islam also regards marriage as a way to acquire spiritual perfection. The Prophet (s.a....

Various studies prove that married people remain h...

Islamic is totally opposed to monasticism and celibacy. 'Uthman bin Maz'un was a close companion of the Prophet. One day his wife came to the Prophet and complained, “O Messenger of God! 'Uthman fasts during the day and stands for prayers during the ...

Islamic is totally opposed to monasticism and celi...

In Islam, marriage is not restricted to a platonic relationship between husband and wife, nor is it solely for procreation. The Islamic term for marriage, “nikah” literally means sexual intercourse.3 So why has Islam provided extensive rules and regu...

In Islam, marriage is not restricted to a platonic...

The Holy Quran says,And marry those among you who are single and those who are fit among your male slaves and your female slaves; if they are needy, Allah will make them free from want out of His grace; and Allah is Ample-giving, Knowing. 2 The above...

The Holy Quran says,And marry those among you who ...