Mixed Marriage — Omar Assif | Éditions Maison d'Ennour

Presentation

Mixed marriage is an increasingly present reality in our modern societies. This work by Omar Assif offers an in-depth and balanced perspective on the union between a Muslim and a woman of Christian or Jewish faith, based on Islamic legal foundations and contemporary human issues. Essential reading to understand the spiritual, family and social challenges of this type of union.

Contents of the work

• Definition and legal framework of mixed marriage in Islam
• Position of classical and contemporary Muslim jurists
• Conditions and reservations set by scholars for this type of union
• Religious and educational issues for children from these marriages
• Analysis of mixed marriage as a growing social phenomenon
• Future perspectives and practical recommendations

For whom?

This work is addressed to Muslim adults — men and women — facing this reality or wishing to prepare for it: young people considering an interreligious marriage, concerned families, imams, marriage counselors and anyone wishing to understand the Islamic position on this subject. No prerequisites in Islamic law are necessary, the author adopts an accessible and rigorous language.

« And among His signs is that He has created for you wives from among yourselves, that you may dwell in tranquility with them, and He has put between you affection and mercy. » — Quran, chapter 30, verse 21

The author

Omar Assif is an author specializing in questions of family law in Islam. Through his writings, he addresses with rigor and pedagogy social and religious themes that directly affect French-speaking Muslims. His work is part of an approach of clarification and support for Muslim families facing the challenges of modern life.

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