logo
episode-header-image
Apr 2025
24m 59s

Why Did Prophet Muhammad ﷺ Marry Aisha? ...

YAQEEN INSTITUTE
About this episode
Why would the Prophet ﷺ marry a child? That is the question many want answered, but before we begin to address it, we have to admit it is more than a mere question; rather, it is an accusation and judgment of character. Underneath the question lies the notion that we should be troubled by the age of ‘Aisha at marriage, that whatever her age was, it is concer ... Show More
Up next
Aug 2025
Belief in Divine Love: Discovering Spiritual Attachment Styles
The way we imagine God affects how we relate to Him, ourselves, and to the world. Having a healthy and balanced perception of God, based on scripture and prophetic guidance, is essential for thriving. This paper introduces the topic of “God image” and attachment. What is your spi ... Show More
55m 46s
Jul 2025
What to Do in the First 10 Days of Dhul Hijjah
The Prophet said, “No good deeds are better than those done in these first ten days of Dhul Hijjah.”As these days pass, don’t let their quietness fool you. Within them lies the chance to come closer to Allah in ways both seen and unseen. Whether through a whispered duʿa, a privat ... Show More
8m 17s
Jul 2025
The Qur’an’s Engagement with Christian and Jewish Literature
The Qur'an engages with the Bible and Torah in what is known as "intertextuality". How does the Qur'an both affirm and correct Christian and Jewish literature?The exploration of intertextuality in the Qur’an elucidates how it interacts with Jewish and Christian texts, highlightin ... Show More
1h 23m
Recommended Episodes
May 2025
Why Did Prophet Muhammad ﷺ Marry Aisha? Dismantling the Controversy of Aisha's Age
<p>Why would the Prophet ﷺ marry a child? That is the question many want answered, but before we begin to address it, we have to admit it is more than a mere question; rather, it is an accusation and judgment of character. Underneath the question lies the notion that we should be ... Show More
24m 59s
Jun 2022
Why did Prophet Muhammad Marry Aisha the Young Girl?
Why did Prophet Muhammad Marry Aisha the Young Girl? 
22m 41s
Jun 2021
"How Important was Aisha (ra)?" with Ust. Nuriddeen Knight | Season 1 Episode 10
Aisha (ra), the wife of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, was known for her level of scholarship, her love for the Messenger ﷺ, and her love for Islam. Yet these days, many conversations about her life center on the age when she got married. How can we understand this incident considering how ... Show More
34m 46s
Jul 2024
#60 Did The Prophet ﷺ Divorce His Wives? || Seerah || Ustadh Abdulrahman Hassan #amauacademy
<p>Ustadh Abdulrahman Hassan debunks a topic that the enemies of Islaam are deluded into using against the Prophet ﷺ. And that is the age of 'Aa'ishah (May Allaah be pleased with her) when she married and consummated the marriage with the Prophet ﷺ. </p> <p>Ustadh then further go ... Show More
48m 8s
Jun 2022
Aisha bint Abu Bakr
Comparing the Shia and Sunni views on Aisha, the daughter of Abu Bakr and third wife of Prophet Muhammad. Sheikh Azhar also explains why the two sects may have such divergent views of her.The lecture dives into:- Why Shia's believe Aisha was in her late teens when she married Pro ... Show More
56m 10s
May 2025
Surah An-Nisaa: The Women - Verse 23 - Prophet Muhammad: Adoption Debate
Today, we tackle the issue of adoption in Islam. More specifically, we examine if Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, was wrong in adopting Zayd as his son. It is an intriguing Tafsir you would not want to miss. Let's dive right in. 
9m 22s
Oct 2017
The Slander Against Aisha
Aisha, the Prophet's wife, is the victim of salacious gossip and rumors. With no one else to help her, she realizes she can only rely on Allah. Meanwhile, Prophet Muhammad must work hard to keep his small community together. Even though the leader of the hypocrites, Abdullah ibn ... Show More
48m 49s
Jul 2025
Surah An-Nisaa: The Women - Verse 24 - Muta'a Marrige
The Muta'h temporary marriage has been a divisive and controversial issue in the Muslim Ummah. Today, we study its history and clear the controversy. Join us in the next 10 minutes as we dive deep into Aya 24 of Surah An-Nisaa. 
13m 41s
Feb 2019
It’s No Big Deal or Is It
Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan divulges numerous details relating to the slander of Aisha RA specifically referring to verses 15, 16 and 17 revealed with reference to Aisha RA. The end to these false rumors and the horrendous slander of Aisha RA came in the form of Allah’s intervention t ... Show More
27m 36s
Feb 2021
Married to Khadijah
The Prophet's most beloved wife, Khadijah. How they met, got married, and the controversy around her ageLecture notes available here.Subscribe to watch the lectures live and participate in the Q&A at the end of each class.Video recording of this lecture + Q&A available here. 
44m 17s