One of the obligations imposed on the husband as a result of marriage is dowry. According to Islamic teachings, dowry is a gift with symbolic value, which the husband pays as a token of appreciation to his wife and expressing his desire to establish a joint life with her. In the contemporary world, the main philosophy of dowry is often ignored, and we see heavy dowries being determined by women, which has created many challenges in their lives together. Due to the importance of the topic, this article first examines the factors of heavy dowries and then explains the consequences of heavy dowries in couples' relationships. solutions to prevent the imposition of heavy dowries are examined and it is concluded that there are about nine solutions that can be presented to prevent it, among them, the solution of "considering the husband's ability" is more related to the economic, social and cultural situation of the country. It is compatible and has more adaptability.