Are Good Men Always Meant for Good Women?
Nouman Ali Khan|/by/nouman-ali-khan
Nouman Ali Khan|/by/nouman-ali-khan
Bayyinah Institute|/source/bayyinah-institute
By: Nouman Ali Khan Source: Bayyinah Institute Aug 29, 2024 No Comments
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Category: Faith & Spirituality, Featured, Highlights, Videos Topics: Islam, Marriage, Muslim



In a recent Q&A session in London, Nouman Ali Khan addressed the concept of relationships in Islam, explaining that while the Quran states that good people are meant for good partners, reality often differs due to human choices.
Using examples from the Quran and everyday life, he clarifies that Allah's rules aim to guide us towards ideal relationships.
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