Response from deepseek
Here are key Quranic verses that **emphasize the importance of Nikah (marriage)** between a Muslim man and woman:
### **1. Marriage as a Means of Tranquility & Mercy**
**Surah Ar-Rum (30:21)**
> *”And among His signs is that He created for you mates from among yourselves, that you may dwell in tranquility with them, and He has put love and mercy between your hearts. Indeed, in that are signs for a people who reflect.”*
### **2. Command to Marry to Avoid Sin**
**Surah An-Nur (24:32)**
> *”And marry the unmarried among you and the righteous of your male and female slaves. If they should be poor, Allah will enrich them from His bounty…”*
### **3. Marriage as a Sacred, Lawful Bond**
**Surah An-Nisa (4:3)** *(Partial)*
> *”…But if you fear that you will not be just [to multiple wives], then [marry only] one…”*
### **4. Marriage as a Protective Covenant**
**Surah An-Nisa (4:21)**
> *”And how could you take it [back] while you have gone in unto each other and they have taken from you a solemn covenant?”*
### **5. Encouragement to Fulfill Marital Rights**
**Surah Al-Baqarah (2:187)** *(Regarding spouses)*
> *”They are your garments and you are their garments…”* *(Symbolizing closeness, protection, and modesty in marriage)*
These verses highlight **Nikah** as a **divinely ordained institution** for love, protection, and righteousness. Would you like explanations on any specific verse?