ONE BEST CHOICE [[– Episode 9 –]] بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ A woman who has been married before has had the opportunity to reflect on her past experiences. She has had time to learn valuable lessons about relationships and to understand what works and what does not. She knows, deep in her heart, what she can do to make her new relationship healthier and stronger. Life has taught her gentle but important lessons about love, patience, understanding, and commitment. She carries this wisdom as a valuable gift. It is an understanding that often comes through experience, although everyone, whether previously married or not, has the capacity to learn and grow. Now, To every sister or brother preparing to marry again, and to those already in their second or third marriage, this message is for you. PROBLEMS CAUSED BY STEPCHILDREN No. 2: BONDING AS ONE FAMILY If the father always handles the activities and schedules of his biological children while the mother takes car...
FAJR REMINDER: WHO GETS THE CHILDREN AFTER DIVORCE? By: Umm ‘Affān Jumādā al-Ūlā 17, 1448 AH | Wednesday, 28 October 2026 DIVORCE ENDS A MARRIAGE, NOT PARENTHOOD Divorce brings a marriage to an end, but when children are involved, the responsibilities of parenthood remain. Sadly, children often become the victims of disputes between divorced parents, with each parent seeking custody. What does Islām teach us about child custody following divorce? Is custody automatically granted to the mother, or does the father have an overriding claim? Let us examine this important matter in the light of Islamic teachings. What Is Ḥaḍānah (Child Custody) in Islām? In Islamic jurisprudence, ḥaḍānah refers to the care, protection, and upbringing of a child who requires custody following the separation of their parents. The issue is not as simple as declaring that the mother must always have custody or that the father automatically has the right to take the children. Islamic scholars have...