Family & Society

Misconceptions about the Prophet’s Marriages & Polygamy

Dr. Jamal Badawi

Last Update June 24, 2022

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About This Course

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Dr. Jamal Badawi
Member of The International Union of Muslim Scholars

COURSE OVERVIEW

In fact, Islam did not initiate the practice of polygamy; rather, it restricted it.

However, as Dr. Badawi explains, there are prevalent and widely-circulated misconceptions about the position of polygamy in Islam. Indeed, Islam does allow for the practice, but it is not the norm, rather monogamy is.

In this course, polygamy will be assessed based on historical grounds with a focus on practices by Abrahamic faith traditions, the moral grounds sanctioning the practice, its strict conditions and qualifiers, and how the practice is not encouraged nor makes one a better Muslim.

In addition, the course addresses some of the misconceptions usually raised against Prophet Muhammad and his marriages. It answers questions such as: was he really polygamous? And, why did he have more than four wives while Muslims are not allowed to do so?

Curriculum

9 Lessons44m 26s

Unit 1 – Was Polygamy First Introduced by Islam?

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Unit 2 – Is Polygamy Promoted by Islam?

Unit 3 – Would Polygamy Be Considered as a Solution in Some Cases?

Unit 4 – Why Women Are Not Allowed to Have More Than One Husband at the Same Time?

Unit 5 – What If Polygamy Is Illegal Where You Live?

Unit 6 – Was Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) Really Polygamous?

Unit 7 – Why Did the Prophet Have More Than One Wife at the Same Time?

Unit 8 – The Prophet’s Marriage to Umm Salamah

Unit 9 – The Moral Record of the Prophet (PBUH)

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Dr. Jamal Badawi

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Dr. Jamal Badawi is a Muslim Canadian, well-known author, activist, preacher and speaker on Islam. Dr. Badawi completed his undergraduate studies in Cairo, Egypt and obtained his Masters and Ph.D. in Business Administration at Indiana University. He is a former professor of both the Religious Studies and Business Management departments at the Sobey School of Business at Saint Mary’s University in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Dr. Badawi is the author of many books and articles on Islam, with his most recent publication titled ‘Gender Equity in Islam.’ In addition, he researched, designed and presented a 352 segment television series on a variety of Islamic topics, that aired on many local TV stations in Canada and the US as well as 35 other countries around the world. Dr. Badawi actively participates in lectures, seminars and interfaith dialogues across North America. He also serves as a guest speaker in various functions around the world, where his expertise is sought. Additionally, he plays an active role in several Islamic organizations, including the Islamic Society of North America (ISNA). He is the founder/chairman of the Islamic Information Foundation, a non-profit foundation and internet forum seeking to promote a better understanding of Islam.