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Submitted by lani (United States), Feb 6, 2008 at 22:03

Hi Jo, the youth........I do not think so. Times are changing and I think youth is not the considering factor of finding a woman for some muslim men. I said SOME. The prophet Mohammed did have an older woman as his first wife and she was a rich woman. From marrying her, Mohammed learned his business skills from her. He became so good at it that he was called on by many merchants to settle disputes. By the way, his wife owned a caravan of camels and from there she gained some of her wealth.

From my experience with a muslim man. He may have wanted younger women before he met me, but once we were together he was more set on finding a woman who was more settled in her mind. I do not know the statistics on divorces in the muslim communities. Just know that youth and beaty may be the factor in some cases and others are not.

If you are older, don't worry about it. There are some very attractive older women out there. Just be aware of what you want and don't let a man take you for a ride or be convinced by others that you have no chance in love. Problems with some muslim men are very well and alive else where in the world. I hope I answered your question. Good luck and stay safe.

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