Reliability and loyalty to Islamic values

Sincerity and openness

Kindness and caring

Education and a willingness to learn

Romantic nature within permissible limits

Mutual respect and love for the sake of the Almighty

Trust and sincerity

Shared perspectives on important values

Greed

Selfishness

Boastfulness

Enviousness

Unwillingness to learn and develop

Azerbaijan

Saudi Arabia

Pakistan

Brunei

India

Family walks and picnics together

Traveling and learning about the Islamic culture of other countries

Solitude for prayer and reading the Quran

Taking part in charitable or volunteer projects

Learning culinary skills for halal cooking

Cooking a tasty homemade dinner for the family

Going to a family café with a halal menu

Visiting a cultural or educational event together

Taking a walk in the fresh air

A walk along the waterfront or in a park

Visiting an Islamic cultural center together

Fishing or going outdoors together

Cooking a special dinner together

Attending an interesting lecture or seminar

A beautiful yet modest piece of jewelry

A trip to blessed places

Shopping together for new modest clothing

Selfishness and indifference to the partner’s needs

Showing interest in other people of the opposite sex

Irresponsible spending of joint funds

When spouses are reliable helpers and friends to each other

Making decisions in compliance with Sharia

Being open and caring toward each other

Time for private prayer and self-reflection

Opportunity to do your favorite activities without harming family life

Discuss problems at an appropriate time and place, keeping respect intact

Be yourself and respect the other person’s individuality