Before the Nikah: Proven Principles to Help Single Muslims Choose Wisely and Build Strong Marriages

Most people spend more time preparing for their wedding than their marriage. Before the Nikah provides Muslim singles with the principles and skills to help them choose wisely and prepare for a healthy, long lasting, sakinah (tranquility) filled marriage. Based on two decades of teaching Muslim singles in her course by the same name Dr. Nadir helps answer questions such as what does a loving, compassionate, peaceful marriage look like? How do I choose someone who is compatible with me? What skills do I need to build a fulfilling relationship? What if my parents don't agree with my selection? What are the questions I need to have answered before we marry? Before the Nikah can be used as a self study guide or as companion book to Dr. Nadir's pre-marriage course. Testimonials: "Dr. Aneesah Nadir has been an educator and trainer of imams and the Muslim community on family issues. I am so glad she is now putting her knowledge in a book for the average Muslim anywhere to access. I am quite sure people will benefit from her insight and as a result work towards building healthy families and communities." Mohamed Hag Magid, All Dulles Area Muslim Society (ADAMS) Center; Coauthor, Before You Tie the Knot: A Guide for Couples "Couples who have been married a long time learn the hard way, so read the book and save yourself a lot of pain and trouble. If you are serious about getting married, then take the first step and buy this book." Baba Ali Co-founder, Half Our Deen "In essence, Dr. Nadir has written a rich, nuanced text that I am confident will be well received by the Muslim community and beyond. This book is must reading for those seeking to form a strong Muslim family, as well as for those already married." Imam Zaid Shakir- Muslim Alliance in North America