a b Macfarlane, Julie (January 2012). "Understanding trends in American Muslim divorce and marriage: A Discussion Guide for Families and Communities" (PDF). The Institute for Social Policy and Understanding. p.11. Archived (PDF) from the original on 2018-03-14 . Retrieved February 13, 2018. Keddie, Nikki (1992). Women in Middle Eastern History: Shifting Boundaries in Sex and Gender. Yale University Press. p.8. ISBN 0-300-15746-0 . Retrieved 20 April 2020. And of His signs is that He created for you from yourselves mates that you may find tranquility in them; and He placed between you affection and mercy. Indeed in that are signs for a people who give thought.” [ Qur’an: Chapter 30, Verse 21] a b Macfarlane, Julie (January 2012). "Understanding trends in American Muslim divorce and marriage: A Discussion Guide for Families and Communities" (PDF). The Institute for Social Policy and Understanding. p.40. Archived (PDF) from the original on 2018-03-14 . Retrieved February 13, 2018. Nikah is permitted by proxy (i.e. via the telephone or video link), simply by both parties (or representatives on their behalf) exchanging declarations. This has caused issues in Western countries, such as the United Kingdom, which do not view proxy marriages as legitimate. [48] [49] Marriage contracts and forced/un-consented marriages [ edit ]

Smith, David (2018-03-03). " 'Are you concerned by sharia law?': Trump canvasses supporters for 2020". the Guardian. Archived from the original on 2018-03-13 . Retrieved 2018-03-14. At 30, Laura Doyle, like millions of women, was miserable in her marriage, but she couldn’t put her finger on the cause. ‘I was lonely and I was exhausted from trying to do everything myself. When I learned to stop controlling and criticising my husband and practised receiving graciously, something magical happened. The union I had always dreamed of appeared.

Zaidou’s wealth and position increase with the increased demand for his garments, and his relationship with Zakiyyah waxes stronger. He proposes marriage to her and envisages a happy life with her, only to have his dreams dashed by the imposition of a five-year ban on all marriages by his country’s brutal dictator. Failure to adhere to the ban risks imprisonment and even execution, so Zaidou and Zakiyyah make plans to leave Hasoumiya and go into exile in Nigeria to marry. However, before they can flee, Zaidou is imprisoned on a false allegation that he attempted to assassinate a powerful politician.

In this scholarly work, Dr. al-Sadlaan of Muhammad Ibn Saud dives into the fiqh of marriage, explaining its intricacies through the teachings of the Qur’an and Sunnah. In Arabia before the advent of Islam in the 7th century CE, a variety of different marriage practices existed. The most common and recognized types of marriage at this time consisted of: marriage by agreement, marriage by capture, marriage by mahr, marriage by inheritance, and "Mot'a" or temporary marriage. [14] In Mesopotamia, marriages were generally monogamous, except among royalty, who would have harems consisting of wives and concubines. The Sasanian society followed Zoroastrianism, which viewed women to be possessions in marriage, although consent was required in both marriage and divorce. [15] This book should be read in sequence cover to cover and pass the advices on to other Muslim sisters. It also contains stories of exemplary women, advices and other preciuos parting advices as a light of guidance. By practicing them, a home can become a garden of Jannah (Paradise). This edition in hand has been improved and revised, with authenticated sayings and references for readers to gain beneficial insight into maintaining a beautiful marital life. Islamic book from muhammad haneef abdul majidKermeli, Eugenia (2013). "Marriage and Divorce of Christians and New Muslims in Early Modern Ottoman Empire: Crete 1645-1670". Oriente Moderno. 93 (2): 495–514. doi: 10.1163/22138617-12340029. hdl: 11693/38283. ISSN 0030-5472. JSTOR 24710921. Before you say ‘Qubool,’ it’s crucial to have open and honest discussions about your expectations, values, and goals as a couple. In this book, Mohamed Hag Magid and Salma Elkadi Abugideiri provide valuable guidance for couples in their journey toward marriage. Although this book is geared mainly towards women, its vast content can give men insight into the emotional affects of polygyny on women, which they can use to make sound and wise decisions. Killawi, Amal; Daneshpour, Manijeh; Elmi, Arij; Dadras, Iman; Hamid, Hamada (June 2014). "Recommendations for Promoting Healthy Marriages & Preventing Divorce in the American Muslim Community" (PDF). The Institute for Social Policy and Understanding. p.11. Archived (PDF) from the original on 2016-10-09 . Retrieved February 13, 2018.