Hadith Umm Zar’: Dissecting good and bad marriages through a timeless story by Shaykh Haytham Tamim

• Insightful and relatable: Learn from this hadith about real-life marital challenges and solutions.
• Rooted in prophetic wisdom: Gain guidance from the teachings of the Prophet ﷺ.
• Practical lessons: Understand how to improve communication, emotional intelligence, and conflict resolution.
• Interactive and engaging: Includes discussions, case studies, and Q&A sessions.

Join us on this journey of self-discovery and relationship-building through the lens of Hadith Umm Zar’. Enrol now!

19 Sessions

 

Session 1: Introduction to Hadith Umm Zar’

• Understanding the hadith and its context
• The significance of storytelling in Islam
• The importance of healthy marital conversations
• The etiquette of gatherings and privacy
• Addressing gossip and backbiting

Session 2: Communication and emotional intelligence

• The etiquettes of private and public discussions
• Managing emotions in relationships
• Developing good communication skills
• Creating a healthy space for dialogue

Session 3: The role of ihsan in marriage

• The concept of ihsan (excellence) in marital relationships
• Avoiding gossip and maintaining privacy
• Recognising the individual needs of a spouse

Session 4: The First Wife – The miserly husband

• Understanding the four flaws in a husband
• The importance of generosity and financial responsibility
• Communication breakdowns and arrogance in marriage

Session 5: The Second Wife – A fearful marriage

• The impact of staying in an unhappy marriage
• Respect vs. fear: understanding the difference
• How to cultivate respect in relationships

Session 6: The Third Wife – The silent partner

• Recognising emotional distance in marriage
• Anxiety and communication struggles
• The importance of honesty in relationships

Session 7: The Fourth Wife – A balanced marriage

• The significance of harmony and tranquility
• Companionship and friendship in a healthy marriage
• The role of security and emotional safety

Session 8: The Fifth Wife – The Leopard

• Intimacy and emotional availability
• How generosity impacts relationships
• Understanding a husband’s viewpoint

Session 9: The Sixth Wife – Overeating and bad habits

• The etiquette of eating and drinking
• Addressing annoying habits in marriage
• Loneliness and emotional neglect

Session 10: The Seventh Wife – Domestic abuse

• Identifying harmful behaviours in a relationship
• Understanding patience vs. being a victim
• When to seek help and leave an abusive marriage

Session 11: The Eighth Wife – The Soft Rabbit

• The importance of personal hygiene and self-care
• The role of attraction in marriage
• Limits of beautification and modesty in Islam

Session 12: The Ninth Wife – The Generous Host

• Supporting a spouse’s status and responsibilities
• Generosity vs. extravagance
• Building a home that welcomes the community

Session 13: The Tenth Wife – The Powerful Husband

• The role of leadership and decision-making in marriage
• The balance between courage and recklessness
• Supporting spouses in their responsibilities

Session 14: The Story of Umm Zar’

• The love and respect between Umm Zar’ and her husband
• Divorce and remarriage: Islamic perspectives
• Lessons on nurturing a fulfilling relationship

Session 15: Stepchildren and household management

• Parenting in blended families
• The responsibility of raising children with fairness
• The ethics of treating employees with respect

Session 16: Khalwa, boundaries, and workplace ethics

• Understanding the Islamic boundaries of male-female interaction
• Workplace ethics and maintaining professional conduct
• The impact of nagging on relationships

Session 17: The virtue and remarriage of Umm Zar’

• What led to the end of Umm Zar’s marriage?
• Lessons from her story for modern relationships
• Understanding emotional closure and moving forward

Session 18: Extracting key lessons from Hadith Umm Zar’

• Reflections on each wife’s experience
• How to apply these lessons in our own lives
• Finding the right partner and maintaining a healthy marriage

Session 19: The deeper purpose of marriage in Islam

• Entering marriage with the right mindset
• Marriage as a journey towards the afterlife
• Choosing the right spouse and maintaining harmony