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What are the etiquettes of sexual intercourse in Islam, and how does the Muslim husband achieve sexual satisfaction for his wife in compliance with the Almighty's saying, "And due to them [wives] is similar to what is expected of them"?

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Islam encourages certain etiquettes for intercourse, among them: perfuming oneself before intercourse, foreplay with one's wife, and saying "Bismillah, Allahumma jannibna ash-shaytan, wa jannib ash-shaytan ma razaqtana" (In the name of Allah, O Allah, keep Satan away from us and keep Satan away from what You have provided for us). It is permissible to have intercourse in the vagina from the front or the back. The husband should not withdraw until the wife has achieved her desire. It is forbidden to have intercourse with a menstruating woman or in the anus, and to disclose what passes between the spouses. Ghusl (ritual bath) is obligatory after intercourse, even if ejaculation does not occur. It is recommended to cover oneself during intercourse. If a person adheres to these etiquettes, along with lowering their gaze and appreciating Allah's blessings upon them, their objective will be achieved. There is no objection to benefiting from some useful books that have addressed the encounter between spouses.

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