IDA202 Islamic Family and Society Flashcards

Comprehensive vocabulary flashcards covering Islamic family concepts, marriage pillars, divorce types, and legal implications based on the IDA202 lecture notes.

Keluarga (Family)

A small unit that serves as the basis for the formation of society and plays an important role in shaping the good character of individuals.

Tujuan Perkahwinan (Purpose of Marriage)

To maintain human continuity, preserve lineage (nasab), prevent moral decay such as zina, form a family, ensure children's education, prevent diseases like AIDS, and provide peace of mind.

Ibadah (Worship)

The status of marriage in Islam because it contributes to religion and society, fulfills Allah's command as His khalifah on earth, and fulfills the trust of educating children.

Setaraf (Kufu)

Having similarities in life conditions, such as a wealthy man marrying a wealthy woman, which is a consideration during the selection of a partner.

Nafkah

The husband's duty to provide the essentials of life including housing, clothing, and food for his family based on his capability.

Mawaddah wa Rahmah

The concepts of love and mercy that are implemented through the institution of marriage.

Perkahwinan (Technical Definition)

An 'aqad (contract) using the words 'nikah' or 'perkahwinan' that legalizes the relationship between a man and a woman and establishes their respective rights and responsibilities.

Pertunangan (Engagement)

A request by a man to marry a woman, either directly or through a representative, which serves as a pre-marriage bond rather than a legal union.

Rukun Nikah

The five essential pillars of a marriage contract: the Groom (Pihak Lelaki), the Bride (Pihak Perempuan), the Guardian (Wali), two Witnesses (Saksi), and the Proposal and Acceptance (Ijab dan Qabul).

Mahar

A compulsory gift (al-sadaq) from the husband to the wife symbolising sincerity and respect, which can be in the form of money, jewelry, or anything valuable.

Hantaran

A customary gift exchanged between husband and wife as a sign of agreement to the marriage; unlike Mahar, it is not compulsory (Harus).

Walimatul Urus

A wedding feast intended to notify the public about the marriage, which is Sunnat (recommended) to perform according to one's ability without waste.

Monogami

A marriage between one man and one woman only, which is permitted in Islam.

Poligami

A marriage between one man and more than one woman (up to four), permitted in Islam under specific conditions and the requirement of justice.

Poliandri

A marriage between one woman and many men, which is strictly Haram (prohibited) in Islam.

Talak (Cerai)

The dissolution of the marriage bond by the husband using the word 'talak' or its equivalent.

Talak Rajie

A type of divorce where the husband can reconcile (rujuk) with the wife during the iddah period without a new contract.

Talak Bain

A type of divorce that does not allow for immediate reconciliation; it requires a new marriage contract or occurs after the third talak.

Fasakh

A type of divorce that can be requested by the wife through legal channels for reasons such as the husband's inability to provide nafkah or abuse.

Khulu’ (Tebus Talak)

A divorce requested by the wife by providing a form of compensation or payment to the husband.

Iddah

A mandatory waiting period for a divorced woman or widow before she can remarry, intended to ensure the purity of the womb or as a period of mourning.

Iddah Duration (Menstruating)

Three cycles of purity ($3$ kali suci).

Iddah Duration (Pregnant)

The period lasts until the woman gives birth.

Iddah Duration (Death of Husband)

Four months and ten days ($4$ bulan $10$ hari).

Hadhanah

The right to child custody following a divorce.

Mut’ah

A consolidatory gift that a husband is required to give to his divorced wife.

Rujuk

The act of a husband returning his divorced wife (under talaq raj'ie) to the marriage bond during the iddah period using specific words.

Sighah (Rujuk)

The specific words or expressions used by the husband to effect reconciliation, which must be immediate and not conditional.