An Analysis of the Pre-Marriage Process in Razavi Teachings

Erfani, Seyedmohmmdziya; Vaezzadeh, Ali

doi:10.22034/ijs.2025.518860.1453

An Analysis of the Pre-Marriage Process in Razavi Teachings

Document Type : Original Article

Authors

seyedmohmmdziya erfani ¹

ali vaezzadeh ²

¹ Ph.D. Candidate in Qur’an and Sciences, with a focus on Qur’an and Psychology, and Invited Researcher at the Imam Reza (A.S.) International Research Institute, Al-Mustafa International University, Khorasan Razavi Branch, Iran.

² Assistant Professor, Al-Tawhid Institute of Religious Studies, Baqir al-Ulum Research Institute, Mashhad, Iran.

10.22034/ijs.2025.518860.1453

Abstract

The present research aims to analyze the pre-marriage process based on the teachings of Imam Ali ibn Musa Reza (A.S.). The primary objective is to extract and elucidate the foundational components and essential stages of this process from the perspective of His Holiness, pursued through an interpretive-analytical approach and by referencing primary hadith and historical sources. In this study, central themes such as pre-marital counseling, seeking help and goodness from God Almighty, spousal selection criteria, determination of the dowry (mahr), and attention to the various spiritual, ethical, rational, and social dimensions related to marriage have been examined and explored.The findings of this research indicate that Razavi teachings place particular emphasis on elements such as deliberation and foresight, reasoning and wisdom, informed consultation, deep and comprehensive understanding, and prioritizing inner qualities and compatibility (kufu’) in the realms of faith, ethics, and culture. The contribution of this research, in addition to enriching and deepening the literature of Islamic studies in the field of family, can serve as a comprehensive and practical guide for young people, families, and counselors to facilitate and realize conscious, wise, and successful marriages. Furthermore, the present study delineates and presents a systematic and structured framework for the pre-marriage process within the intellectual system and teachings of Imam Reza (A.S.).

Keywords

Razavi Teachings

Prayer (Du&‌‌‌‌‌rsquo

Spousal Selection

Marriage

Determination of Dowry (Mahr)

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