The Qur’ān and Value Conflicts in Marriage in the Modern Era

Abstract

This article explores the growing phenomenon of value-based conflicts in modern marriages by examining the foundational ethical and legal principles of marriage articulated in the Qur’ān. Against the backdrop of rapidly changing social dynamics-industrialization, urbanization, the rise of individualism, and shifting gender roles-the study investigates how Qur’ānic guidance continues to provide timeless yet adaptable solutions to contemporary family challenges. The analysis centers on key Qur’ānic verses, notably ar-Rūm 21, an-Nisā 19 and 35, at-Tahrīm 10, and al-Baqara 228, which collectively emphasize virtues such as love (mawaddah), mercy (rahmah), justice (ʿadl), kind and fair treatment (ḥusn al-muʿāsharah), empathy, and the equitable sharing of responsibilities within the marital bond. Far from being mere moral ideals, these principles serve as practical tools for preventing and resolving marital conflicts. Employing both descriptive and analytical methods, the study integrates classical exegetical sources (tafsīr) with contemporary sociological perspectives. It demonstrates how Qur’ānic teachings transcend their historical context while remaining relevant for navigating complex interpersonal dynamics in modern family structures. The findings show that these principles strengthen marital communication and emotional stability and support the development of holistic models that can help reduce divorce rates. The article proposes a multidimensional approach to resolving value-based marital conflicts through Qur’ān-centered moral education, faith-sensitive counseling, structured mediation, and religiously informed family-policy reforms. Ultimately, it offers a holistic framework that harmonizes traditional Qur’ānic values with contemporary needs, thereby strengthening and preserving the modern family through ethically grounded and practically effective strategies.

Keywords

• Tafsīr
• Qur’ān
• Marriage
• Family
• Value Conflict

Kur’an ve Modern Dönemde Evlilikte Değer Çatışmaları

Abstract

Bu makale, Kur’an’ın evlilik kurumuna ilişkin ortaya koyduğu temel ahlâkî ve hukûkî ilkeleri merkeze alarak, çağdaş toplumlarda artan değer çatışmalarını analiz etmeyi amaçlamaktadır. Çalışmada, Kur’an’daki Rûm 21., Nisâ 19. ve 35., Tahrîm 10. ve Bakara 228. âyetleri başta olmak üzere çeşitli âyetler bağlamında sevgi, merhamet, adalet, nezaket, empati ve görev paylaşımı gibi ilkelere dayalı ilâhî rehberlik ilkeleri incelenmektedir. Bu ilkelerin, modern dönemde sanayileşme, bireyselleşme ve toplumsal cinsiyet rollerindeki dönüşümler sonucunda evlilik yapısında ortaya çıkan duygusal ve işlevsel çözülmelere karşı nasıl bir çözüm perspektifi sunduğu tartışılmaktadır. Betimleyici ve analiz odaklı yöntemle hazırlanan çalışmada klasik tefsir literatürüyle birlikte güncel sosyolojik araştırmalardan da faydalanılmıştır. Elde edilen bulgular, Kur’anî ilkelerin bireysel düzeyde evlilik içi iletişimi güçlendirdiğini ve toplumsal düzeyde boşanma oranlarının düşürülmesine katkı sağlayabilecek modellerin inşasına temel oluşturduğunu göstermektedir. Makale, Kur’an merkezli çok boyutlu yaklaşımlarla değer çatışmalarını önlemeye ve sağlıklı aile yapısını yeniden inşa etmeye yönelik teorik ve pratik çözümler sunmaktadır. Ayrıca, bu ilkelerin günümüz ailelerinde empati ve görev paylaşımını teşvik ederek, bireysel mutluluğun yanı sıra toplumsal istikrarı da kalıcı bir şekilde pekiştirebileceği vurgulanmaktadır. Özetle, Kur’an’ın evlilikle ilgili rehberliği, modern toplumların karşılaştığı ahlâkî erozyona karşı kalıcı ve evrensel bir panzehir niteliği taşımakta ve bireylerin iç huzurunu toplumun uzun vadeli bütünlüğünü sağlamaya yönelik bir çerçeve sunmaktadır.

Keywords

• Tefsir
• Kur’an
• Evlilik
• Aile
• Değer Çatışması

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