: To avoid endangering the mother's life or health.
: Permanent sterilization (like vasectomy or tubal ligation) is generally prohibited unless required for critical medical reasons, as it is viewed as an irreversible change to God’s creation.
: The majority of Islamic jurists from the four major Sunni schools consider reversible methods—such as condoms, hormonal pills, and IUDs—to be permissible ( mubah ) or occasionally disliked ( makruh ) but not forbidden. Birth Control in Light of Islam and Science – AZMATH
: To ensure adequate time for breastfeeding and child-rearing, often referencing the Quranic suggestion of a two-year weaning period.
: The foundational proof for contraception in Islam is the practice of 'azl (withdrawal), which was practiced by companions of the Prophet Muhammad. Sahih Hadith indicates the Prophet was aware of this and did not forbid it. : To avoid endangering the mother's life or health
Islamic scholars generally classify birth control based on its intent and method:
: Contraception is strictly rejected if practiced out of a fear of poverty or lack of trust in Allah as the Provider ( Ar-Razzaq ), as warned in Surah Al-Isra (17:31). : To ensure adequate time for breastfeeding and
: To ensure children can be raised with proper education and moral guidance.
