### *Virtues and Purposes of Marital Relations in Islam* *The Prophet ﷺ said:* > “And in the sexual act of each of you there is charity” > *– Sahih Muslim* *🌻🌻🌻* #### *On the Left:* *❤️ Multiplies Rewards:* Every intimate act with good intention is worship, a charity rewarded by Allah *👨‍👩‍👧 Sign of Perfect Faith:* The Prophet ﷺ said: “The most perfect believers in faith are the best in character with their families” *🤝 Among Best Deeds:* “The best of you are those who are best to their families” #### *On the Right:* *🤍 Reason for Allah’s Love:* When done with intention of chastity and protecting oneself from haram *☪️ Among Reasons for Prophet’s Love:* Love, mercy and tranquility between spouses brings closeness to the Prophet ﷺ on Day of Judgment *⚖️ Heaviest on the Scale:* Good character and kind treatment of spouse will be heaviest on Day of Judgment #### *At the Bottom:* *🌸 Increases Lifespan and Fills Homes with Blessings:* With good character and kind cohabitation, Allah says: > “And He placed between you affection and mercy” *[Quran 30:21]* ---