After a valid (halal) Islamic marriage, permissible acts between spouses are very broad, aiming for mutual enjoyment and satisfaction. However, some actions remain prohibited (haram) even within the marital relationship.
Prohibited Acts After Marriage
Based on Islamic teachings, the primary prohibited acts within a marriage are:
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Anal Sex: This is widely considered haram by many Islamic scholars.
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Sexual Intercourse During Menstruation: Engaging in sexual intercourse while the wife is menstruating is also prohibited.
It's important to note that these prohibitions are based on interpretations of religious texts and scholarly consensus.
Other Considerations
While the above are explicitly mentioned, other considerations apply to marital relations, including:
- Mutual Consent: All acts should be consensual and enjoyable for both partners. Coercion or force is strictly prohibited.
- Harm: Any act that causes significant physical or psychological harm to either spouse is unacceptable.
Therefore, the boundaries of permissible intimacy within marriage are defined by the core Islamic principles of consent, mutual well-being, and adherence to specific prohibitions regarding anal sex and intercourse during menstruation.
