Well, Rukas and I had a discussion about why anal sex is haram* in Islam. I told him I needed more time to research the subject to explain it more thoroughly. So, as a result, this is what information I have accumulated on this subject
First, I have to clear up one thing. Islam is a religion of faith and belief. Also, Islam is a family oriented religion. Islam encourages the reproduction of humans and the propagation of the human race. Keep this in mind through out this article or essay, as you wish.
Let us look at the first reason why anal sex is forbidden in Islam. “Your women are a harth* [tilth]…” (Quraan*, 2:223). Let’s pause here for a second. The Arabic word is Harth, witch means tilth. Now, let’s look at the dictionary’s definition of tilth. Tilth P Pronunciation Key (t lth)n.
1. Cultivation of land; tillage.
2. Tilled earth.
As we know, women can only be impregnated through the vagina. As a result, the cultivation occurs, the seed is sown. It’s very important to look at the meaning of the word. The Quraan has a succinct style; it shows profound details in so little wordings. The verse continues, “Your women are a harth (tilth) for you (to cultivate) so go to your harth [tilth] as ye will." Now, the second part tells the men what to do, to go to their tilth and plant their seeds. This can only be done through the vagina.
The second source of prohibition of anal sex is the Prophet. Since Islam is based on belief, the Prophet’s saying is taking as fact, which some of the readers might find hard to understand. The Prophet is reported to have said, “Cursed is the one who approaches his wife in her rectum.” (Reported by Imam Ahmad, 2/479). Now, second after the Quraan comes the Sunnah, which is the sayings and practices of the Prophet. As, mentioned, the prophet has forbade any anal sex, whatsoever. Many reasons are references to the sunnah.
Let us look at it from a scientifically perspective. Ryan M. Kull, Columbia University Health and Related Services, explicitly points out, “The anus and rectum are more likely to transmit bacteria -- especially STD related -- than the vagina.” So, anal sex does really contribute to STD transmission in a highly percentage then vaginal. But, how so? Kull explains, “Feces coming into contact with the urethra (the tube you pee out of) puts you or your partner at risk for urinary tract infections (UTIs). Women are at greater risk for UTIs than men because their urethra is shorter, giving bacteria better access to the bladder.” He also points out one more important thing, the anus doesn’t have the “natural” lubrication that the vagina has. Interestingly enough, the vagina has a natural system that lubricates it during sex unlike the anus. Anal sex is also believed to cause hemorrhoids.
The second thing to look at is as health.discovery.com describe it, “The anus is the lowest part of the digestive tract, the opening from which stool is passed out of the body.” One thing only comes out from the anus; and it’s feces. It’s a disgusting thought to place your penis in and around feces. Some may actually find pleasure in doing this; all I can say is God help them.
This is what I came up with; however, it’s still up for discussion. I hope this gives the reader a little insight.
Remember, as I said, the Islamic sources that explain anal sex prohibition in Islam are from the Ahaddeeth* and the Quraan. There is not scientific explanation.
Defining some words for you.
• Harth: Tilth
• Haram: Forbidden
• Quraan: the Holy Book
• Ahadeeth, or hadeeth: practices and sayings of the Prophet.
First, I have to clear up one thing. Islam is a religion of faith and belief. Also, Islam is a family oriented religion. Islam encourages the reproduction of humans and the propagation of the human race. Keep this in mind through out this article or essay, as you wish.
Let us look at the first reason why anal sex is forbidden in Islam. “Your women are a harth* [tilth]…” (Quraan*, 2:223). Let’s pause here for a second. The Arabic word is Harth, witch means tilth. Now, let’s look at the dictionary’s definition of tilth. Tilth P Pronunciation Key (t lth)n.
1. Cultivation of land; tillage.
2. Tilled earth.
As we know, women can only be impregnated through the vagina. As a result, the cultivation occurs, the seed is sown. It’s very important to look at the meaning of the word. The Quraan has a succinct style; it shows profound details in so little wordings. The verse continues, “Your women are a harth (tilth) for you (to cultivate) so go to your harth [tilth] as ye will." Now, the second part tells the men what to do, to go to their tilth and plant their seeds. This can only be done through the vagina.
The second source of prohibition of anal sex is the Prophet. Since Islam is based on belief, the Prophet’s saying is taking as fact, which some of the readers might find hard to understand. The Prophet is reported to have said, “Cursed is the one who approaches his wife in her rectum.” (Reported by Imam Ahmad, 2/479). Now, second after the Quraan comes the Sunnah, which is the sayings and practices of the Prophet. As, mentioned, the prophet has forbade any anal sex, whatsoever. Many reasons are references to the sunnah.
Let us look at it from a scientifically perspective. Ryan M. Kull, Columbia University Health and Related Services, explicitly points out, “The anus and rectum are more likely to transmit bacteria -- especially STD related -- than the vagina.” So, anal sex does really contribute to STD transmission in a highly percentage then vaginal. But, how so? Kull explains, “Feces coming into contact with the urethra (the tube you pee out of) puts you or your partner at risk for urinary tract infections (UTIs). Women are at greater risk for UTIs than men because their urethra is shorter, giving bacteria better access to the bladder.” He also points out one more important thing, the anus doesn’t have the “natural” lubrication that the vagina has. Interestingly enough, the vagina has a natural system that lubricates it during sex unlike the anus. Anal sex is also believed to cause hemorrhoids.
The second thing to look at is as health.discovery.com describe it, “The anus is the lowest part of the digestive tract, the opening from which stool is passed out of the body.” One thing only comes out from the anus; and it’s feces. It’s a disgusting thought to place your penis in and around feces. Some may actually find pleasure in doing this; all I can say is God help them.
This is what I came up with; however, it’s still up for discussion. I hope this gives the reader a little insight.
Remember, as I said, the Islamic sources that explain anal sex prohibition in Islam are from the Ahaddeeth* and the Quraan. There is not scientific explanation.
Defining some words for you.
• Harth: Tilth
• Haram: Forbidden
• Quraan: the Holy Book
• Ahadeeth, or hadeeth: practices and sayings of the Prophet.
