THE IDEAL MUSLIM HUSBANDB. Aisha LemuA British Scholar & Writer

The true Islamic personality as defined by the Qur'an and Sunnah presents a comprehensive overview of the way in which the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) and his Companions lived. This picture of the practical aspects of a truly Islamic lifestyle serves as a timely reminder for all of us. At a time when unIslamic and antiIslamic influences are spreading, via modem technology, to the heartlands of Islam and even to the remotest regions, a Muslim needs to hold firm to the distinct character of our faith, as prescribed by Allah and revealed through His Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him). Dr. Muhammad 'Ali alHashimi presents a wellthought out guide to the Islamic lifestyle. He starts with the Muslim's relationship with his Lord, which is the most important aspect of his life, and provides the foundation for all his other relationships. From there, he outlines how the Muslim should relate to every person in his life, starting with himself and his family, and moving on, by stages, to encompass every member of the community or society. Each point is supported by extensive quotations from the Qur'an and the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him).

Originally published: London: Quilliam Press, 1995.

A step-by-step guide on how to enter marriage, find and choose the "right person", and the key traditions of a successful marriage. What You Will Learn: The purpose of marriage. The components of a successful Islamic marriage. Qualities of a righteous man or woman What to look for in a potential spouse. The essence of love in Islam. How and where to find an ideal Muslim spouse. The Islamic tradition for conducting the marriage proposal. The marriage contract and how to conduct the nikah Description "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." - Surah Ar-Rum 30:21 The 'Ideal Muslim Spouse' is a comprehensive and practical Islamic guide on how to approach Love & Marriage. It provides an invaluable resource for anyone seeking marriage, whether newly or re-marrying, as well as for parents involved in the marriage process. This guide combines the sublime knowledge of Islamic teachings with scientific research and real life experiences. It explores, the essential purpose of marriage in Islam, the characteristics to look for in a potential spouse, how and where to look for a compatible spouse, how to handle a suitable proposal, Islamic best practices for conducting marriages, cost effectively, along with handling cultural and religious issues pertaining to the nikah. With thought-provoking questions to help spouses or potential spouses understand themselves, recognize true compatibility in a partner, avoid common pitfalls within Muslim marriages, and build a strong and loving relationship. This book contains useful information that can be used throughout a marriage to maintain a healthy relationship that is built upon our Islamic bond of faith - a quality that is necessary to achieve the ultimate purpose of marriage. Who this Book is for: You want to understand Islamic marriage rules You want to understands the components of a successful Muslim marriage You want to understand what to Look for in a potential husband or wife. You want to learn how and where to find an Ideal Muslim Spouse. You want to learn the Islamic traditions for conducting the marriage proposal. You want to understand the Islamic traditions of the marriage contract and how to conduct the nikah.