Kapanlagi.com - For some people, marriage is a sacred thing that is much dreamed of by humans. It has been explained in Islam that getting married means performing worship and one of the efforts to perfect religion. By getting married, a person will build a household, have offspring, and avoid adultery.
However, before you decide to get married, it's good for you to also understand things related to marriage. Considering that marriage is a long-term worship, that's why marriage cannot be taken lightly. That's why you also need to know the laws of marriage. The law of marriage itself is divided into five categories, namely obligatory, recommended, permissible, disliked, and forbidden. To find out more about the explanation of the laws of marriage, read the following complete review.
1. Mandatory
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Various types of marriage laws in Islam, the first being mandatory. It can be said to be mandatory if someone has the ability to start a family and has been sufficiently physically and financially fulfilled, as well as having the ability to get married. In addition, it is difficult for him to avoid adultery. The person is required to get married because it is feared that if not, he may commit the forbidden act of adultery in Islam. Although with marriage, it may cause the interruption of voluntary worship.
2. Recommended
Furthermore, various types of marriage laws in Islam are recommended. In this case, for someone who has the desire to get married but is not concerned or able to resist falling into sin, it is permissible for them not to get married. In such a condition, a person may or may not get married. Nevertheless, Islam always encourages its followers to get married if they have the ability, as marriage is one form of worship to Allah.
3. Mubah
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The law of marriage according to Islam that you also need to know is mubah or permissible to do. In this case, it means for someone who is capable and safe from temptation, but does not need it or does not have any desire at all, such as impotent or elderly people, or those who are unable to provide for a family.
As for the woman, she must be willing and of sound mind (rasyidah). Besides that, it is permissible for those who are capable of getting married with the intention of fulfilling their needs or having fun, without any intention of having offspring or protecting themselves from sin.
4. Makruh
Makruh is one of the laws of marriage in Islam. It can be said to be makruh if someone does not want to get married due to illness or their nature. That person also does not have the ability to provide for his wife and family, so if forced to marry, it is feared that the person will not be able to fulfill his rights and obligations in the household and will only hurt the woman he intends to marry.
5. Forbidden
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Finally, the law of marriage in Islam is forbidden. This can be said to be forbidden if a person does not have the ability or responsibility to build a household, such as the obligation to have sexual relations and other obligations. Of course, this will have an impact on women and this is what is prohibited in Islam.
In addition, marriage becomes forbidden if it is done with the intention to harm, hurt, and neglect. Marriage can also be considered forbidden if the valid conditions and obligations are not fulfilled. Some examples of marriages considered forbidden are temporary marriages, same-sex marriages, interfaith marriages, and incestuous marriages.
6. Hadith About Marriage
To learn more about marriage, let's take a look at some of the hadiths of the Prophet Muhammad about marriage.
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said:
"O young people! Whoever among you is able to marry, then let him marry, because marriage lowers the gaze and protects one's private parts. And whoever is unable, then let him fast, for fasting will be a shield for him." (Narrated by Bukhari, Muslim, Tirmidhi, and others)
Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) reported that the Prophet (peace be upon him) said:
"A woman is married for four reasons: her wealth, her lineage, her beauty, and her religion. So, choose a woman who is religiously committed, and you will succeed." (Narrated by Bukhari and Muslim)
Anas ibn Malik (may Allah be pleased with him) said: The Prophet (peace be upon him) commanded us to get married and strongly discouraged us from remaining single. He said:
"Marry fertile and loving women, for with your large numbers, I will be proud of you before the other Prophets on the Day of Resurrection." (Narrated by Ahmad. Authenticated by Ibn Hibban)
Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) reported that when the Prophet (peace be upon him) prayed for someone who got married, he said:
"May Allah bless you and establish blessings upon you, and may He gather you both in goodness." (Narrated by Ahmad and the Four Imams. Authenticated by Tirmidhi, Ibn Khuzaimah, and Ibn Hibban)
These are various laws of marriage in Islam. By doing so, you will understand the laws and regulations of marriage before deciding to get married. Hopefully, it will be beneficial.
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