Concept of Maher/ Dowry: A Comparative Study of Islamic Teachings and the Talmud

مہر کا تصور: اسلامی تعلیمات اور تالمود کا تقابلی مطالعہ

Abstract

In the human race of the universe, all regions and civilizations have been encouraged to establish marital relations properly. Therefore, the rules and regulations for the correctness of marital relations and marriage have been set, the purpose of which is to achieve those benefits through marriage, because the longest, broadest and most responsibilities bearer of all social and social relationships is the relationship of marriage. One of the affairs is the immortal dowry, which is handed over by the man to the woman. It is practiced in different cultures, although its forms are different. This custom and method has been practiced in civilized and polite families, because of this, the importance, position and status of a woman in the eyes of a man increases, as well as social and social value, due to which mutual relations become stable and strong, and this process is the purpose of marriage. It helps in acquisition. The family is the source of strengthening [relationship between husband and wife], the appreciation of each other is created in the heart of the spouses, which is very important for love and affection and compassionate and fraternal commitment. Due to the neglect of this process, society, especially men in the eyes of the woman, the dignity and status of the woman are not equal, the man is guilty of abuse of the woman and can separate on trivial matters and the marriage game becomes a spectacle. Therefore, the following is an overview of Islamic teachings and the Talmud regarding Maher and its legal aspects.