The age of Lady Aisha
The age of Lady Aisha
Alsalamu alaikum, I looked into the matter of Aisha’s age. Some people say she was at least 19 while others say according to the hadith that she was nine.
I understand that marriage practices were different in the past, but I don’t think that something being commonly practiced in earlier times necessarily makes it morally right.
And how can the actions of the Prophet be suitable for every time and place? Is it normal nowadays for a 54-year-old man to be married to a 9-year-old girl?
My question is not meant as an attack at all. I see the Prophet as the greatest man in the world.
I just want, if you have any thoughts, to share them with me on this matter so I can feel reassured