Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question I have been married for almost 20 years and have two sons and I love my husband dearly. I’m sure he loves me but we haven’t had sex for years. My husband refuses to discuss it. He doesn’t initiate sex or any form of affection. We’ve never had a […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question I’m getting to know a divorced man and am inclined to marry him. However, I just recently discovered that although he is divorced Islamically, his divorce has not been finalized secularly. Should I continue to interact with him even though he is still technically married? I am uncomfortable doing […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question My friend had a Nikkah (marriage), but her Wali (guardian) was not Muslim. When they discovered this, they decided to separate. They didn’t divorce or have khul‘ (divorce for recompense); they just walked away because they were unsure if they could remarry. It has been six months since they parted, […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I have a question regarding the validity of a Marriage contract. I am seeking a Marriage contract that includes conditions, confirmed mahr (dowry), and options for immediate or multiple installment payments. However, I have been unable to find such a contract. Additionally, I would like to know if any legal […]