An analysis and Evaluation of the Dowries of the Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) Daughters

Forming families in the Prophet tradition was based on the element of simplicity and was away from the excessive formalities. He always emphasized on assigning a low amount for the dowry. The author uses a descriptive-analytical method and takes on a historical-narrative approach to conclude that the dowries of the Prophet’s daughters did not exceed 500 Dirhams. The Prophet attempted to set a model for the Islamic nation by determining a set dowry for his wives and daughters. However, he did not impose this tradition on others and left deciding the amount and type of it up to them.