Smart Single Muslimah
This book starts off by addressing the increasingly trending notion of marriage being out of fashion. If you have watched the recent interview with Malala where she questioned the importance of marriage, you would’ve been cognisant of the rise of the smart, powerful, empowered, independent woman who ‘don’t need any man’. Although I have only recently got married, this book has been illuminating and insightful in giving me the clarity and confidence that I am with the right person.
It addressed contemporary relationship issues and refutes liberal views that waters down the institution of marriage which is vital in every society, dating back to the birth of civilisation itself. This book also helped to frame my understanding of marriage in light of the Qur’an and Sunnah. I love the self-reflection questions included in this book, foregrounding the importance of building your personal identity and relationship with yourself first, before being in a committed relationship with someone else. She also dedicated a chapter on the purpose of our existence, which is essential to recalibrate our intentions and remind us of why we are getting married in the first place, and steer us away from being too pressured about getting married.
Concluding the book is a useful list of questions to ask a potential spouse which I urge every single Muslim woman to ask, ask, ask during the ta’aruf stage. Every smart, single Muslim woman on a journey of seeking a compatible husband should read this comprehensive and honest marriage guide before finding someone who can complement you, and not complete you.
5/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Humairah Jamil is a teacher and writer. Penning down her experiences and reflecting on His word is a pursuit she strives towards. She enjoys sharing good books she's read and writes poems and prose that usually includes the themes of hope and faith. In 2019, she released her debut poetry book titled Homebound, which centers around her Umrah experience as she relates it to the valuable lessons she's learnt in life. Website: www.thebookjacket.com. Instagram: @thebookjacket
Whenever I have held a Muslim marriage masterclass, my inbox has been flooded with questions from single Muslimahs. Some women feel scared at the thought of getting married. Others have heard too many Muslim marriage horror stories and are seriously considering staying single.
Getting married is one of the most important decisions of your life. So, before you embark on your marriage journey, you need answers, so you have clarity and the confidence to find a compatible husband. Inshallah, a God-conscious husband who will compliment you, not complete you. This Ebook provides you with answers to the pre-marriage questions you have. Questions include:
Once I get married, will I lose my freedom?
What are the red flags I should look for?
What are the halal ways of finding a prospective partner?
How can I get to know someone without dating?
When should I ask difficult questions about finances, in-laws, polygamy, etc.?
How do I know if he is ‘The One’ ?
Book information: Author: Farhat Amin, 75 pages, 28 pre-marriage questions with detailed answers.