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Reader Stories: Personal stories of Islamic courtship

How did you meet your husband or wife? Was your family involved in introducing you to potential suitors? Did you meet your spouse at work or in university? Was it an arranged marriage? Did you go on dates -- alone or with a group? What were you looking for in a potential life partner? Help future couples by sharing your story.

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How we met*

Briefly, how did you meet your husband or wife?

How I Did It*

Once you decided to marry, did you ask your family for help? Did you search on your own?

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If you were advising a younger brother or sister about marriage, what would you say?

Was yours an arranged marriage?

Did you "date"? How did you get to know each other?

What qualities were you looking for in a spouse?

Did you have any difficulties?

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