Here Is Information On Muslim Matchmaking

By Henry Stone


The Muslim community is among the fastest growing religion in the world. The Islamic culture and traditions and beliefs have existed since time in memorial. They are spread all over the world and even with time they still hold on and uphold the Islamic cultural norms and traditions. From the first generation to the later generation there is a bit of tension but they have been able to continue on with the same belief. One of the most important belief in Islam is Muslim matchmaking.

In some Christian countries, it has become hard for Muslims to identify with their religion due to increased terror activities. It is hard for such Muslims to practice their religion in public due to discrimination. Most always link a terror attack or activity to Islam ignoring the fact that Islam is more than just religion. It is bigger and beyond activities of terrorism and oppressive regimes.

The Quran outlines clearly the responsibility of a Muslim. These include the four pillars of the religion which are understanding, faith, transmission, and education. The Quran should act as the main source of reference and Muslims have to remain faithful to it at all times. Islamic culture and traditions have withstood several challenges that present world presents.

Feminist critiques seem have shifted their focus toward Muslims social institutions like family and marriage. They point on the unequal role of women in these institutions and the general society at large. Westernization culture has greatly contributed to reversing the situation of women in the Muslim society. The Sharia stipulates that a woman cannot find a spouse for themselves. This is covered under the law on marriage.

Due to technology, most Muslim youngsters are distancing themselves from this practice making it not to be effective. The youth are disregarding a very important Islamic tradition which can only be understood when one focuses on what the Muslim identity is. A Muslim identity can only be viewed in terms of personal experience and association with different key elements.

Marriage to them is very significant in their life. Marriage is considered to equate to half an individual faith. For one preparing for marriage there are several guidelines to be followed. These include general codes of conduct for both women and men regarding etiquette and interaction. After marriage there also exist rules to be followed by both parties. Some of this include no flirting or physical contact between men and women.

A special person is appointed to ensure that these laws are followed. Generally Muslims consider the woman not related to the man until the marriage is done. Dating in Islam is not allowed or encouraged but with modern technology, most Muslim women end up meeting with their future husbands online. Online dating websites are slowly threatening this traditional practice making it the major challenge to Islamic culture.

Even though it has been tough upholding the rules pertaining to Muslim marriage something positive came out of this. These online platforms are now used to search for life partners as opposed to the traditional method where pictures of husbands would be brought to a woman to choose. Now they can interact with the men and know a bit about them before committing.




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