In the teachings of Islam, the relationship between a husband and wife is profound and sacred. Emphasized through the Quran and the sayings of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), respect, kindness, and love should be how to treat your wife in Islam. For those seeking authentic insight into how Islam advises treating one’s wife, here are the 20 best quotes to highlight your treatment towards your wife.
1. “And among His signs is this, that He created for you mates from among yourselves, that you may dwell with them in tranquillity and He has put love and mercy between you.” — Quran (30:21)
2. “The best of you are those who are the best to their wives.” — Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
3. “Live with them honorably. If you dislike them, perhaps you dislike something and Allah makes therein much good.” — Quran (4:19)
4. “They (your wives) are a garment for you and you are a garment for them.” — Quran (2:187)
5. “The most perfect believers are the best in conduct and the best of you are those who are best to their wives.” — Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
6. “And due to the wives is similar to what is expected of them, according to what is reasonable.” — Quran (2:228)
7. “O believers! It is not lawful for you to inherit women against their will.” — Quran (4:19)
8. “Give the women (upon marriage) their bridal gifts graciously. But if they willingly remit a portion of it, then consume it with pleasure and ease.” — Quran (4:4)
9. “A believing man should not hate a believing woman. If he dislikes one trait, he will be pleased with another.” — Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
10. “The world is provisional, and the best provision in the world is a virtuous wife.” — Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
11. “Your wives are a trust from Allah.” — Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
12. “He who is not just with his wives will come on the Day of Resurrection with a side leaning.” — Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
13. “Anything you spend on your family is a charitable act, even a morsel of food you place in your wife’s mouth.” — Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
14. “Fear Allah concerning women. You have rights over them, and they have rights over you.” — Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
15. “The best of you is he who is best to his family.” — Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
16. “Seeking knowledge is obligatory upon every Muslim.” — Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
17. “Indeed, men who submit and women who submit, and men who believe and women who believe… for them Allah has prepared forgiveness and a great reward.” — Quran (33:35)
18. “Pure women are for pure men, and pure men are for pure women.” — Quran (24:26)
19. “Consult with them (your wives) in matters, then when you have made a decision, place your trust in Allah.” — Quran (3:159)
20. “Your wife is your partner and not a servant. Treat her with kindness and equity.”
These quotes and sunnah of Prophet PBUH are enough to emphasize that you treat your wives with respect and kindness. Keep your wife happy with mutual respect and harmony.
