Pathway to Paradise — Page 55
PATH WAY TO PARADISE 55 does not give him the right to dominate his wife or abuse her in any way. It simply means that he is responsible for her well - being and that he has to spend out of his earnings to maintain the family and the household. In return, his wife is expected to ob ey him. Mutual respect and cooperation are essential to producing a good relationship between husband and wife. Allah says: “They are a garment for you, and you are a garment for them…” (Holy Qur’an, 2:188) Clothing is worn for protection, adornment and to hide defects. In the same way, man and woman should protect each other’s honor and morals, and make each other feel secure with love, support and understanding. They should keep each other’s secrets and sho uld not air each other’s shortcomings in public. The Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be on him) was very concerned about the welfare of women. He constantly advised his followers to treat their wives with kindness. His own conduct with his wives provides the perfect example. Some hadith are: “The most perfect believer in the matter of faith is he whose behavior is best; and the best of you are those who behave best to their wives. ” “Let no Muslim man entertain any rancor against a Muslim woman. Should he dislike one quality in her, he would find another which is pleasing. ”