Family Ties

April 15, 2023 9 mins

How Did the Prophet Deal with the Boldness of His Wives?

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question It is reported that Zainab (may Allah be pleased with her) was married to the Prophet’s (Allah bless him and give him peace) adopted son, Zaid (may Allah be pleased with him). Zaid eventually divorced her, with one issue being how she spoke to him. The Prophet (Allah bless […]
March 19, 2023 6 mins

Can the Husband Prohibit His Wife from Leaving Home, Visiting Friends and Family...

Answered by Shaykh Yusuf Weltch Question Can a husband cage his wife in the house? Can a husband not allow the wife to meet her relatives, especially parents, siblings, and friends (some scholars say it’s his right)? And not allow her to do any work, just the household work, and disallow her to make any […]
March 15, 2023 4 mins

How Do I Deal with Living with In-Laws Who Make Me Sleep on the Couch for Guests...

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question Before marriage, I explained to my husband that I wished to live separately, but he lied and brought his sisters to live with us. My husband promised his late mother to take care of his sisters but also vowed to care for me when he married me. His sisters […]
March 11, 2023 2 mins

What Should an Adult Do If Their Parents Are Abusive?

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question What is our responsibility to abusive parents after we have grown up and they have enough wealth to run their expenses? The abusive parents still abuse my wife and baby by neglecting and insulting them with all the other relatives. They threaten our lives. Answer Thank you for your […]