This is probably one of the most discussed questions among the Muslim community, and a team of experts has made this blog to discuss this so that our brothers and sisters can enjoy their married life in the most pleasurable ways that Allah almighty permits.
Without going into details on how to have sex with your wife in the Islamic way or the points to remember before having sex. Here is the answer to your question.
Islam does not ban any sex position, and all sex positions are allowed. However, one must not engage in such difficult sex positions, which can lead to injury or permanent disability.
What does Allah say about sex positions in the Quran?
Allah has made us into pairs of men and women. He has allowed us to have multiple wives and enjoy them.
Allah says in the Quran Surah Baqarh Verse 223, “Your wives are like fertile ground for you, so approach them respectfully and with mutual consent as you wish. Do good deeds for yourselves. Be conscious of Allah and remember that you will meet Him. Share glad tidings with the believers.”
In this verse, Allah has clearly mentioned that your wives are life your farmlands which you can enter whenever you want. But you must remember a few points, like the consent and the right way to enter.
Are there any Hadith about Sexual Positions in Islam?
There are many Hadiths in which Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) has teched us the correct way to perform intercourse with our wives and what should be avoided. However, there are no specific Hadits about sexual positions in Islam, which positions are allowed or which are prohibited.
There is one hadith in Sahih Bukhari 4528, which states the Jewish belief that having sex from behind in the right place, which is the vagina, can result in the birth of a squint-eyed child. To dismantle this belief, the verse in Surah Baqra, which we have quoted above, was revealed.
Therefore, after reading the Holy Quran and Hadiths and looking closely at the life of the Holy Prophet (peace be upon him), we can surely say that Islam has not banned any sexual position. However, there are limitations mentioned in the Quran and Hadits that stop a man from having intercourse with his wife. We have discussed these conditions in this blog below.
When is sex with a wife prohibited in Islam?
We have discussed the sex positions in Islam, and now we are moving forward with when you can not have sex with your wife.
- During menstruation
- 40 days after the birth of a child
- During fasting
- During Ahram
There are several reasons behind stopping intercourse in these conditions. Allah says in the Quran in Suran Baqarah 222, “They inquire of you, O Prophet, about menstruation. Respond by saying, “It is Haram. Therefore, avoid intimate relations with your wives during their menstrual periods until they are cleansed. Once they have purified themselves, you may engage with them as Allah has prescribed. Indeed, Allah loves those who continually seek His forgiveness and those who strive to maintain cleanliness.”
Which sex positions are preferred in Islam?
Our team of experts has gone through all the Quranic verses and Hadiths about Islamic sex positions but couldn’t find anything specific.
We have come to the conclusion that every sex position is allowed in Islam as long as the wife and husband are satisfied. The satisfaction of both is mandatory!
However, it is preferred that a husband and wife should be face to face while having sex. The man should be on the top or vice versa.
Wrap Up
So far we have discussed everything we knew about the sex positions which are banned and allowed in Islam. We have mentioned all the relevant Quranic verses and Hadiths to back our arguments so you know what Allah and his Prophet have to say about the topic.
FAQs
Is a doggy-style position allowed in Islam?
Yes, it is! You can enjoy any sex position with your wife as long as both parties are satisfied with it. Islam has clarified the misconception of having sex from behind or in the doggy-style position, which we have mentioned above.
What types of sex are allowed in Islam?
Islam only permits sex with a wife in the vagina. You can also get satisfied with kissing, touching, and cuddling with each other.
Is Oral sex allowed in Islam?
This is probably one of the most discussed topics in the Muslim community. We didn’t find a Quranic verse or Hadith regarding oral sex. However, scholars have prohibited it and asked us to refrain from engaging.
Is using contraceptives allowed in Islam?
The use of contraceptives like condoms and birth control pills is allowed. However, a few scholars disagree with using them and preach to avoid it. Their argument is why and who are you to stop life from coming to this planet when Allah is the one who is the decider of life and death. Their argument is derived from Surah Ghafir Verse 68.
Can I kiss my wife’s private parts?
Kissing or touching your wife’s private parts is a debatable topic in the Islamic world. Some scholars allowed it but marked it as a makru (not liked) act, while others ruled against it.
Therefore, you should contact a local Islamic scholar to get a clear answer. As per our knowledge, touching your husband or wife is allowed in Islam.
Can a husband touch his wife’s breast in Islam?
It is totally allowed in Islam to touch your wife’s breast. However, one must not drink milk from a wife’s breast. Scholars have allowed sucking a wife’s breast to satisfy her or yourself, but you should be careful that the drop of milk must not pass down your throat.
