Surah Mumtahina is a part of the Quran that many people don’t pay much attention to, but it actually has lots of great advice for marriage and other relationships. In Islam, marriage is a beautiful thing you build together with love, being nice to each other, and staying strong as a team. If your marriage is having a rough time, or you’re trying to find a life partner, you probably look for advice. But the Quran is actually a great place to find help and guidance. In this blog post, we’ll explore what this Surah is about, where it comes from, and all the ways it can help you with marriage.
What Is Surah Al-Mumtahina?
Mumtahina Surah is the 60th chapter of the Quran. It has 13 verses and was revealed in Madinah after Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) moved there from Makkah. Its name, “The Woman to be Examined” or “She who is tested,” tells us a lot about it.
The Surah gets its name from a time when Muslim women traveled from Makkah to Madinah. Their faith had to be tested to make sure they truly believed in Islam. This happened during a conflict between Muslims and non-Muslims, where some women were even sent as spies. The test was important to confirm that these women were honest about their faith.
Main Themes in Surah Mumtahina
Surah Mumtahina guides us about many important matters:
- Putting Allah first: You should be loyal to God, even more than to family or friends.
- Staying away from enemies of Islam: Stay away from people who are against Islam.
- Being fair to peaceful non-Muslims: Be kind and fair to non-Muslims who don’t harm Muslims.
- Checking if someone is truly honest: Make sure that people truly believe what they say.
- Respecting marriage rules: When someone changes their faith, discuss how their marriage agreement should be handled with care and respect.
These ideas are very helpful for how we deal with marriage and make personal choices in our lives.
Surah Mumtahina Benefits for Marriage
1. Clarity in Marriage Decisions
Surah Mumtahina helps us be honest about our feelings, especially for marriage. If you’re not sure about someone, read this Surah often. It helps you ask Allah for guidance and understand what you really want.
2. Protection from Harmful Relationships
This Surah (Verse 10) gives rules about believing women marrying non-believing men. It helps you avoid relationships that might hurt your faith. It can guide you to stay away from bad relationships, even if they look nice initially.
“فَإِنْ عَلِمْتُمُوهُنَّ مُؤْمِنَاتٍ فَلَا تَرْجِعُوهُنَّ إِلَى الْكُفَّارِ ۖ لَا هُنَّ حِلٌّ لَهُمْ وَلَا هُمْ يَحِلُّونَ لَهُنَّ…”
“Then if you ascertain that they are believers, then do not return them to the disbelievers…” (Surah Al-Mumtahina, 60:10)
This verse tells you to find a partner who supports your faith and beliefs. That’s key for a happy marriage.
3. Trust in Allah’s Plan
The Quran’s Surah Mumtahina tells us that Allah has the power to turn hate into love. So, if your marriage is struggling, remember this: Allah can change things for the better, giving you hope for a happier future or even dua for love back after separation.
عَسَى اللَّهُ أَنْ يَجْعَلَ بَيْنَكُمْ وَبَيْنَ الَّذِينَ عَادَيْتُم مِّنْهُم مَّوَدَّةً ۚ وَاللَّهُ قَدِيرٌ ۚ وَاللَّهُ غَفُورٌ رَّحِيمٌ”
“It may be that Allah will bring about love between you and those whom you hold as enemies.” (Surah Al-Mumtahina, 60:7)
When marriage has problems, it’s best to be patient and pray. Don’t give up or separate too quickly.
4. Helps Maintain Boundaries and Sincerity
This Surah teaches Muslims to be kind and honest, even when things are tough. For married couples, it reminds them to treat each other fairly, truthfully, and with God in mind.
How to Recite Surah Mumtahina for Marriage Purposes
There is no fixed method, but here’s a simple approach many follow:
- Recite Surah Mumtahina for marriage once daily for 11 or 21 days
- Best times: after Fajr or before sleeping
- Keep a sincere intention (niyyah) focused on marriage guidance
- Make dua after the recitation
Example of a dua:
اللهم ارزقني زوجًا صالحًا/زوجة صالحة إنك على كل شيء قدير
Allahumma urzuqni zawjan salihan/zawjatan salihah, innaka ‘ala kulli shay’in qadeer(O Allah, grant me a righteous spouse. You have power over all things.)
Supporting Hadith on Marriage and Guidance
1. Choosing a Righteous Spouse
The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said:
“A woman may be married for four reasons: her wealth, her lineage, her beauty, and her religion. Choose the one who is religious, may your hands be rubbed with dust (i.e., may you prosper).”(Sahih al-Bukhari 5090, Sahih Muslim 1466)
This hadith supports the message in Surah Mumtahina about choosing partners based on religious values.
2. Seeking Help Through Dua and Quran
The Prophet (PBUH) said:
“There is nothing more dear to Allah than a servant making du’a to Him.”
(Tirmidhi 3370)
When you combine dua (supplication) with Quran recitation, such as reading Surah Mumtahina, it is a powerful way to seek Allah’s help and mercy.
3. Marriage Completes Faith
The Prophet (PBUH) said:
“When a person marries, he has completed half of his religion. Let him then fear Allah regarding the remaining half.”(Bayhaqi, Shu’ab al-Iman 5486)
Marriage is a big deal in Islam, so we should always ask Allah for help and guidance with it.
Final Words
Want a clear, safe, and honest marriage? Surah Al-Mumtahina offers great advice. It teaches us to be truthful about our intentions, to trust Allah’s plan, and to stay away from relationships that could harm us.
While it won’t fix everything instantly, if you read it often, pray sincerely, and try your best, this Surah can truly help you with marriage choices. For Muslims seeking a good spouse or dealing with marriage problems, Surah Al-Mumtahina sends a powerful message: Allah knows best, far better than anyone. So, keep trying, be patient, and have strong faith.
