References from the Quran

1. Marriage is a Blessing and a Sign from Allah:

“And among 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.”
(Surah Ar-Rum, 30:21)

1. • This verse highlights the purpose of marriage: finding peace, love, and mercy between spouses.
2. The Importance of Mahr (Dowry):

“And give the women [whom you marry] their due compensation, as an obligation. But if they, of their own accord, remit to you anything of it, then take it in satisfaction and ease.”
(Surah An-Nisa, 4:4)

1. • This verse stresses the obligation of the husband to give mahr (dowry) to the wife, which is a key part of the marriage contract.
2. Spouse as a Garment for One Another:

“They are clothing for you and you are clothing for them.”
(Surah Al-Baqarah, 2:187)

1. • This verse explains the intimate and protective relationship between husband and wife, comparing them to clothing that shields and protects one another.
2. Rights and Responsibilities in Marriage:

“Men are the protectors and maintainers of women because Allah has made one of them to excel the other, and because they spend of their wealth (for the support of women). So good women are the obedient, guarding in the husband’s absence what Allah would have them guard.”
(Surah An-Nisa, 4:34)

1. • This verse discusses the roles of the husband and wife, with the husband being the protector and provider, and the wife being a guardian of the home.
2. Permissibility of Polygamy (Under Fair Treatment):

“Then marry those that please you of [other] women, two or three or four. But if you fear that you will not be just, then [marry only] one…”
(Surah An-Nisa, 4:3)

1. • This verse permits polygamy but emphasizes the need for justice in treating multiple wives.

References from Hadith

1. Marriage is Half of Faith:

“When a man marries, he has fulfilled half of his religion. So let him fear Allah regarding the remaining half.”

1. • Sunan Al-Bayhaqi, Hadith 15
   • This Hadith highlights the importance of marriage in Islam as a significant part of a Muslim’s faith.
2. Marriage is a Sunnah (Practice of the Prophet):

“Marriage is my Sunnah, and whoever turns away from my Sunnah is not of me.”

1. • Sunan Ibn Majah, Hadith 1845
   • The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) emphasized that marriage is part of his teachings (Sunnah) and should be followed by Muslims.
2. The Rights of the Wife:

“The best of you are those who are the best to their wives.”

1. • Sunan At-Tirmidhi, Hadith 1162
   • This Hadith emphasizes the importance of treating wives with kindness, respect, and care.
2. Importance of Choosing a Good Spouse:

“A woman is married for four things: for her wealth, her lineage, her beauty, and her piety. So marry the one who is best in terms of religion, and you will be successful.”

1. • Sahih Bukhari, Hadith 5090
   • The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) advises choosing a spouse for their piety rather than superficial qualities.
2. Marriage Should Be in the Right Manner (Nikah):

“There is no marriage except with a wali (guardian) and two witnesses.”

1. • Sunan Abu Dawood, Hadith 2085
   • This Hadith outlines the necessary conditions for a valid marriage contract in Islam, including the role of the guardian (wali) and witnesses.
2. The Role of Polygamy:

“Whoever has two wives and he inclines to one of them more than the other, he will come on the Day of Judgment with a side that is leaning.”

1. • Sunan Abu Dawood, Hadith 2134
   • This Hadith warns that if a man has multiple wives, he must be just in his treatment of each one.

Summary of the References:

1. Quran teaches that marriage is a source of peace, love, and mercy (Surah Ar-Rum, 30:21), and it requires the husband to provide mahr (Surah An-Nisa, 4:4) and act as a protector, while the wife is a partner in guarding the home (Surah An-Nisa, 4:34).
2. Hadith emphasizes marriage as part of faith (Sunan Al-Bayhaqi, Hadith 15), the importance of treating wives well (Sunan At-Tirmidhi, Hadith 1162), and encourages choosing a spouse based on piety (Sahih Bukhari, Hadith 5090).
3. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) also encouraged marriage as a Sunnah (Sunan Ibn Majah, Hadith 1845) and highlighted the importance of fairness in polygamy (Sunan Abu Dawood, Hadith 2134).

These references show how marriage in Islam is meant to be a harmonious, loving, and responsible relationship, guided by clear ethical principles.