Womens status in Islam.

[SisterJennifer]

<i>Originally posted by Dan </i><b>Bismillah</b>

I heard that barriers may be used but I am unsure about this one. Anyone else know?

Peace

Asalaamu alikum and Peace be with you,

To the best of my knowledge through what I have read and listening to various lectures, a man may use a certain form of "barrier" as you said, however a permanant thing such as having the tubes tied is not permissable.

And John Doe, I hope you had a nice vacation.

You asked about unwanted daughters. Maybe you have a misconception about this subject? Before Islam the pagans of Mecca often barried baby girls alive, Islam did away with this practice. I have not heard ever of such a thing in Islam as daughters being unwanted. The Prophet peace be upon him had many daughters.

Also I do not think it is a cop-out to say that Allah will provide for a growing family. It is not the accumulation of material things such as a luxury apartment that is being spoken of, but rather that the basic needs will be met.

Take care,

~Jennifer