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The importance of marriage in Islam
Marriage holds a central place in the life of the Muslim. Discover its importance through the Qur'an and the Sunnah.
Welcome to Nikah - Marriage according to the Qur'an and the Sunnah
Discover Nikah, a new approach to Islamic marriage based on the principles of the Qur'an and the Sunnah.
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Choosing religion above all else: the advice of Shaykh al-Fawzān
Shaykh Sālih al-Fawzān reminds us that neither beauty, nor wealth, nor lineage should take precedence over piety when choosing a spouse.
Choosing a pious husband: the advice of Shaykh ar-Rohaylī
Shaykh Soulaymān ar-Rohaylī explains the essential criteria in choosing a husband: religion, good character and kindness towards his family.
Hasten to marry: the advice of Shaykh al-Fawzān
Shaykh Sālih al-Fawzān advises whoever wishes to marry to hasten to do so and to choose a virtuous wife, upright in her religion and her behaviour.
Being demanding in the choice of a spouse: the advice of Ibn 'Uthaymīn
Shaykh Ibn 'Uthaymīn explains that no blame falls on a woman who takes her time to choose a husband who is truly fit for good companionship.
The home, a place of tranquillity: the advice of Shaykh Raslān
Shaykh Raslān reminds us that Allah made the home a refuge of tranquillity, and that each spouse must fear Allah with regard to their rights, their sustenance and the upbringing of their children.
The guardian of the convert woman: the advice of Shaykh al-Jābirī
Shaykh 'Ubayd al-Jābirī explains how a convert woman with no Muslim guardian can appoint one, drawing on the example of Umm Ḥabība.
The criteria for choosing a spouse according to the Sunnah
The Prophet ﷺ guided us on the essential criteria for choosing a spouse. Discover these criteria and their wisdom.
The role of the guardian (wali) in Islamic marriage
The guardian plays an essential role in the marriage of the Muslim woman. Understanding his importance and his responsibilities.
The importance of marriage in Islam
Marriage holds a central place in the life of the Muslim. Discover its importance through the Qur'an and the Sunnah.
Welcome to Nikah - Marriage according to the Qur'an and the Sunnah
Discover Nikah, a new approach to Islamic marriage based on the principles of the Qur'an and the Sunnah.
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