Khawlah bint Hakim and the Lost Art of Matchmaking

Khawlah bint Ḥakīm was a matchmaker during the time of the Prophet ﷺ, who helped couples marry — including the Prophet himself. Her strong people skills and ability to unite families is a desperately needed role in modern society, which has experienced a decline in matchmakers. This article analyses the legacy of Khawlah bint Hakīm and explores the ways the Muslim community can revive organic matchmaking in the contemporary age.