Muhammad's marriages were permissible and just, as he was allowed more than four wives, unlike ordinary Muslims.

The Quran clearly states that Muslim men can marry up to four wives, provided they can treat them justly (Quran 4:3). This sets a standard for fairness and equality in marital relationships. However, Muhammad himself had multiple wives, exceeding the limit set for ordinary Muslims. The Quranic verses that grant him this exception highlight a significant disparity between his privileges and those of his followers, suggesting a double standard. Moreover, the Hadiths recount instances where Muhammad instructed men with more than four wives to divorce some of them, reinforcing the expectation of fairness and justice in marriage. Yet, Muhammad's own life did not reflect this standard, as he had eleven wives at one point, which raises concerns about his ability to treat them all fairly. The Quranic verses that allow him to defer turns among his wives further complicate the issue, as it suggests a lack of equality in his relationships. This inconsistency between the teachings of the Quran and Muhammad's personal practices leads to questions about the moral authority of his actions. If he could not adhere to the same standards imposed on others, it undermines the credibility of his role as a prophet who is expected to be a moral exemplar. Thus, while the Quran allows for polygamy, the example set by Muhammad does not align with the principles of justice and fairness that the Quran advocates for all believers.