Since marrying Aisha at the age of nine was normal in Muhammad's time, it should not be criticized today.

The marriage of Muhammad to Aisha at a young age raises significant ethical concerns when viewed through a modern lens. Although proponents argue that such marriages were common in the 7th century, this does not absolve the moral implications of such actions today. The argument that Muhammad's actions are normative fails to consider the evolution of societal values and the understanding of child welfare. Furthermore, the Prophet himself demonstrated an awareness of age differences in marriage, as evidenced by his prohibition of his daughter Fatima marrying Abu Bakr due to their age difference. This indicates that even within the context of his time, there were considerations regarding appropriate age for marriage that were not universally applied. Thus, while historical context is important, it should not be used to justify practices that are now widely recognized as harmful and unacceptable.