DUTIES OF THE WIFE

•To love and treat her husband with respect and consideration, this involves sharing his happiness and supporting him through difficult times

•To obey him on the basis that his decisions do not conflict with Islamic teachings

•To maintain her personal hygiene, clothing and appearance, for the pleasure of her husband, this may include the use of perfume and make up

•To protect his property and wealth

•To respect and maintain his honour, dignity and reputation as well as not divulging intimate secrets and speaking ill of him to others even if it be close friends and family

•To fulfil his physical desires, satisfy them completely, be receptive to his signals and respect his right to have children and their religious education

•To show appreciation and gratitude to his efforts

•It is incorrect to expect the marital rights, if the marital duties are not fulfilled