They say that if you follow the simple rules, you have a fair chance of joining the growing number of centenarians across the globe. The scientists estimate that the largest centenarian populations in 2050 would be in China with 472,000, the US with ...

They say that if you follow the simple rules, you ...

While problems within your family are not usually welcomed, they can be turned into an opportunity for learning and growth. When an issue arises, involve everyone in the problem solving process. A Family Talk is designed to discuss an issue when it a...

While problems within your family are not usually ...

Goal-setting is an important process to achieving our dreams and desires. Without clearly-defined goals, we have a tendency to flounder rather than flourish. But most of us struggle in organizing our hopes into a step-by-step process. Many people mak...

Goal-setting is an important process to achieving ...

We have discussed the salient features of the Islamic outlook on life, the foundations of the family in Islam and its objectives and functions. In this final section an effort shall be made to explain briefly the actual working of the institution of ...

We have discussed the salient features of the Isla...

"What are you talking about," the husband said, turning to the counselor, "I don't know why she says things--" "Because you do not!" she interrupted. "After 15 years, you just do not love me any more." The bickering continued, with the wife claiming...

"What are you talking about," the husband said, tu...

Examples of Negative Relationship of Husband & Wife Many Muslim husbands and wives treat each other like adversaries rather than partners. The husband feels that he is the boss, and whatever he says goes. The wife feels that she must squeeze everythi...

Examples of Negative Relationship of Husband & Wif...

Sweet Speech and Enchanting Invitations Choose words that are positive and avoid negative ones. Give her your attention when you speak or she speaks. Speak with clarity and repeat words if necessary until she understands. Call her with the pet names ...

Sweet Speech and Enchanting Invitations Choose wor...

The desire to become richer or more financially established, to move up the economic ladder is one common to many people, including married couples. As a result, this can cause arguments and disputes about how to earn money, how to spend it and how t...

The desire to become richer or more financially es...

The first five to seven years are the most challenging of any marriage. They are a time a couple spends getting to know each other better and adjusting to each other's habits and personalities. Below are some of the main problems couples face in the ...

The first five to seven years are the most challen...

This allows you to establish your own lifestyle and rituals as a couple. It's especially important if both the husband and wife are going to school and/or working. In this scenario, a schedule helps in setting time aside f Save or each other during a...

This allows you to establish your own lifestyle an...

To many people, marriage is a peaceful end to a long search for their soul mate, although life does not end here. A small addition would probably introduce a new range to our vision of understanding of this central stage in life. As a cradle for a ne...

To many people, marriage is a peaceful end to a lo...

Yet, as more and more Muslims become a part of the 'West', the 'West' becomes part of the Ummah and leads us away from the strict interpretation of Islamic guidelines in regard to marriage. Muslims are not permitted to touch, have social intercourse,...

Yet, as more and more Muslims become a part of the...

Surah Verse Translation of Verse (Ayat) in English 2 235 There is no blame on you if ye make an indirect offer of betrothal or hold it in your hearts. Allah knows that ye cherish them in your hearts: But do not make a secret contract with them excep...

Surah Verse Translation of Verse (Ayat) in English...

4 24 Also (prohibited are) women already married, except those whom your right hands possess: Thus hath Allah ordained (prohibitions) against you: Except for these, all others are lawful, provided ye seek (them in marriage) with gifts from your prope...

4 24 Also (prohibited are) women already married, ...

The Holy Prophet [s] said: "The sleep of a married person is better with Allah than an unmarried one who fasts during the day and keeps vigil at night, establishing prayers." Bihar ul Anwar, vol. 103, p. 221 The Holy Prophet [s] said: "(Mostly) the d...

The Holy Prophet [s] said: "The sleep of a married...

Whoever gets married, has already completed half of his/her religion, s/he should then fear God in the second half. (The Holy Prophet) Whichever parent has a child at the age of marriage, and does not marry him/her, should the child commit a sin, bot...

Whoever gets married, has already completed half o...

Steps When discussing your finances you will need to discuss both income and expenses. Open a joint checking account that will be used to pay the household bills. If you have direct deposit, you both should put a proportional amount into the account ...

Steps When discussing your finances you will need ...

I have listed some rules that may benefit those seeking an Islamic marriage, as well as, those who are already married. I do not pretend to be an expert of any kind. The rules are: 1.Be conscious of your physical appearance. No one was more conscious...

I have listed some rules that may benefit those se...

The basic reality of sexual relation between man and woman is most clearly established by human—nay, even animal—nature; Islam being the religion of nature, confirms it without any doubt. Procreation—the goal nature wants to achieve with this union— ...

The basic reality of sexual relation between man a...

After a couple of years of marriage, you may start to wonder where all the passion has gone and question why that wonderful feeling of being in love has disappeared on you so soon. When you reminisce, don’t beat yourself up with questions of what wen...

After a couple of years of marriage, you may start...

Communication: Without effective communication between a husband and wife, marriage won’t last long. The effectiveness of your communication should not be measured by how long you talk, however, but by the level of understanding reached and how well ...

Communication: Without effective communication bet...