#110 - Sexuality and Islam |Dr. Drissa Kone

“Marriage is about growth and not just being happy together. We enter marriage as a process and we have to understand that growing is a part of it. And that growing is painful sometimes” - Dr. Drissa Kone

We have diverse perspectives on many topics, especially when it comes to sexuality and marriage. However, despite our differences, listening, learning, and most importantly respecting them can make a tremendous impact in this world, which is the definition of unification, to be as one despite our diversity.

In Islam, religion and the legal system are intertwined, and they are both in existence at all times. Islamic sexual jurisprudence focuses on the laws of sexuality that are mainly predicted in the Quran, as well as the Sunnah, wherein sex is seen as a gift from Allah and sexual relationships should be confined to marriage between a man and a woman only.

In Islam, social justice is a big deal, and they always make sure that society's order is maintained. In Islam, marriage is mandatory as it is seen as a significant help in the development and maintenance of a stable society. 

In Episode 110, we are joined by Dr. Drissa Kone, an experienced professor of Conflict Resolution and Ministry, who has been named as the Director of the Unification Theological Seminary’s Doctor of Ministry. 

Dr. Kone shares with us why the Quran is highly significant to Muslims and what it says about sexuality.  He also discusses the important purpose of marriage in Islam as well as the true definition of what unification is.

Listen to Episode 110 to learn more!

Show Notes

Who wrote the Quran? [2:04] What is Sunnah? [6:56] What does the Quran say about marriage? [12:25] Why is marriage mandatory in Islam? [13:41] What does the Quran say about polygamy? [26:06] Sexuality from the Sunnah [31:28] Islam sees sex as an act of having children [36:02] What is Unification all about? [46:37] The true purpose of marriage [52:54] Why shouldn't we make decisions based on our emotions? [55:16]

Click HERE for the show transcript.