Marriage (AQA GCSE Religious Studies A): Flashcards

Central position, religious duty & spiritual fulfilment

Procreation & raising children with Islamic upbringing

Provide love, companionship & intimacy blessed by Allah

Strengthen society & create family bonds

Lifelong commitment, permanent until death

Both spouses must remain within Islamic faith

A legal contract outlining rights & responsibilities

Up to 4 wives, must treat all equally & fairly

Prophet Muhammad & his treatment of his wives

Allah created them to be companions for each other

Family helps find suitable partners for marriage

Religious commitment, education, character, family background

Both bride & groom must freely consent

Marry those among you who are single

Marriage is the ideal state for most believers