Questions for Muslim women considering marriage
Assalamu alaikum, I have a few questions I’d like opinions on from women, especially those who haven’t been married before. I’d appreciate honest, casual answers. 1) How would you feel if a prospective husband preferred a small nikah at the masjid with just close family, for example only his and your parents? Would that be acceptable as long as the required Islamic rites and Sunnah aspects are observed? 2) If a man told you during the getting-to-know-each-other stage that he will honor whatever mahr you choose so long as it’s within his means, but said he personally prefers a lower mahr or small modest gifts so you can save money for a honeymoon, travel, or shared experiences, how would you take that? 3) If you met your future mother-in-law and she was genuinely kind, respectful, and loving toward you, and the man you’re considering preferred that the three of you live together in the same household, would that be a dealbreaker for you or something you could consider? 4) During the talking stage some topics-especially about intimacy-can feel awkward. What level of conversation would you be comfortable with before you feel a potential spouse has crossed a boundary or made you uncomfortable? Do you think anything related to intimacy should be discussed beforehand at all, like sexual health, libido, or concerns about pregnancy? 5) If a man said he does not want daughters and ideally prefers only sons, but reassured you he would love and treat all children equally, how would that make you feel? JazakAllah khair for your responses - feel free to answer any or all questions from your perspective.