{"_id":"681a63b94df5104f0b4def61","title":"{\"ops\":[{\"insert\":\"What are some ways a couple could increase Barakah in their marriage? Would Barakah increase or decrease in a marriage due to individual deeds as well?\\n\"}]}","question":"{\"ops\":[{\"insert\":\"What are some ways a couple could increase Barakah in their marriage? Would Barakah increase or decrease in a marriage due to individual deeds as well?\\n\"}]}","answer":"{\"ops\":[{\"insert\":\"Barakah in marriage comes from seeking Allah’s pleasure and aligning the relationship with His guidance. Here are some key ways to increase barakah:\\n\\n\"},{\"attributes\":{\"bold\":true},\"insert\":\"[Taqwa (God-consciousness)]\"},{\"insert\":\"\\nThe more both spouses strive to obey Allah and avoid sins, the more barakah enters their lives. Allah says, “\"},{\"attributes\":{\"bold\":true},\"insert\":\"And whoever fears Allah—He will make for him a way out and provide for him from where he does not expect.\"},{\"insert\":\"” (\"},{\"attributes\":{\"link\":\"https://quran.com/en/at-talaq/2-3\"},\"insert\":\"65:2-3\"},{\"insert\":\")  \\n\\n\"},{\"attributes\":{\"bold\":true},\"insert\":\"[Sincere Intentions]\"},{\"insert\":\"\\nContinuously renewing the intention to please Allah through the marriage strengthens the bond and invites His blessings.  \\n\\n\"},{\"attributes\":{\"bold\":true},\"insert\":\"[Praying Together]\"},{\"insert\":\"\\nPerforming ṣalāh in congregation at home, making duʿāʾ for each other, and even reciting Qurʾān together increases barakah.  \\n\\n\"},{\"attributes\":{\"bold\":true},\"insert\":\"[Being Dutiful to Parents]\"},{\"insert\":\"\\nServing and honoring parents earns Allah’s blessings, which extends to one’s marriage as well.  \\n\\n\"},{\"attributes\":{\"bold\":true},\"insert\":\"[Avoiding Sins and Harmful Influences]\"},{\"insert\":\"\\nStaying away from ḥarām actions, especially within the marriage, ensures barakah remains intact.  \\n\\n\"},{\"attributes\":{\"bold\":true},\"insert\":\"[Gratitude and Contentment]\"},{\"insert\":\"\\nAppreciating each other and what Allah has provided prevents barakah from diminishing due to complaints or dissatisfaction. \\n\\n\"},{\"attributes\":{\"bold\":true},\"insert\":\"[Charity and Kindness]\"},{\"insert\":\"\\nHelping others, giving ṣadaqah, and being generous to one another brings blessings into a home.  \\n\\n\"},{\"attributes\":{\"bold\":true},\"insert\":\"[Good Manners and Patience]\"},{\"insert\":\"\\nTreating each other with love, patience, and respect invites divine mercy and peace.  \\n\\nBarakah in a marriage is also affected by individual deeds. If one or both spouses are engaged in consistent worship, dhikr, and good actions, they bring light and blessings into their home. On the other hand, persistent sins, neglect of obligations, or mistreatment can cause barakah to decrease. The key is to keep striving for righteousness as a couple and supporting each other in obedience to Allah.  \\n\\nMay Allah fill your marriage with barakah and grant you a blessed and harmonious life.\\n\"}]}","tags":[{"_id":"668d9fe10b76658b4c2327dc","tag":"Marriage: Other","count":62},{"_id":"668d9fff0b76658b4c232b60","tag":"Worship: Other","count":54}],"createdOn":"2025-05-06T19:32:09.862Z"}