misc/divorce

See also divorce, and misc/Nostalgic_Depression

Naveed Husain's NikahMasterClass Muslim Marriage Crisis [1] [2]

Quiz Questions (Short Answer - 2-3 sentences)	Quiz Answer Key
According to the speaker, what percentage of Muslim marriages are estimated to end in divorce? A cewar mai jawabin, kashi nawa ake kiyasta auren Musulmai da zai ƙare da saki?	According to the Journal of Muslim Mental Health, the Muslim divorce rate is estimated to be around 30%, with some seeing statistics as high as 33% or 38%. A cewar Journal of Muslim Mental Health, wato Mujallar Lafiyar Hankalin Musulmai ana kiyasta cewa kashi 30% na aure-aure a tsakanin Musulmi na ƙarewa da saki, kuma wasu kididdiga sun nuna har kashi 33% ko 38%.
What is one major reason for divorce in the Muslim community, particularly highlighted by the speaker? Menene babban dalilin saki a cikin al’ummar Musulmi, musamman wanda mai jawabi ya fi jaddadawa?	In-law dynamics, particularly in the South Asian community, are highlighted as a major reason for divorce due to cultural clashes and interference.
The speaker discusses three "isms" that are antithetical to marriage. Name one of these isms.	One of the isms discussed is individualism, which is seen as opposite to the community and sacrifice inherent in marriage; capitalism, which commodifies relationships; or liberalism, which prioritizes personal freedom over marital responsibilities. (Any one of these is acceptable).
According to the speaker, where do many Muslims in the West hear about topics like divorce, dating, and drugs if not frequently discussed at the mimbar?	Many Muslims hear about these topics in their own families or in the broader community, but not frequently from the mimbar (pulpit) in masajid (mosques).
What is the speaker's main concern regarding the rising divorce rate in the Muslim community?	The speaker's main concern is not necessarily the divorce rate itself, but rather how Muslims are divorcing, highlighting the ugliness of the process and the trampling of rights.
According to American law as explained by the speaker, what happens to property acquired during a marriage in the event of a divorce, regardless of whose name it is in?	Anything acquired from the date of marriage to the date of divorce belongs to both spouses and will be added up and divided between them.
What is the only way, according to the speaker, to ensure that a mahr is enforceable by American courts?	The only way to ensure a mahr is enforceable by American courts is through a prenuptial agreement.
Beyond the financial cost, what is another significant cost of divorce highlighted by the speaker?	Another significant cost is the impact on children, as statistics show negative outcomes for children from "broken homes," and divorces in the community can be very nasty and culturally complicated.
The speaker suggests that understanding the Islamic side of divorce is a "secret weapon" for his law firm when representing Muslim clients. What is one example of this understanding he provides?	Examples provided include understanding mahar (muakhr), how jewelry works in the Desi community, or how kab works in the Arab community, which helps translate Islamic concepts for non-Muslim judges. (Any one of these is acceptable).
What is "marital property" according to the American legal concept discussed by the speaker?	Marital property is anything acquired by either spouse from the date of marriage to the date of divorce, which under American law belongs to both individuals and is subject to division.