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Istikhara for marriage

· 20 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1437 AH1 min readEnglish

Question

I did istakara for my son. The girl he wants to marry my heart feel ok but the other day I dont know if I was dreaming or just laying down to sleep but it all of a sudden came to my head that it is delaying because she hasn't told her parents.

Answer

If the girl has not informed her parents, then you should ensure that you inform them.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

Answered by
Mufti Zakaria Makada
Checked & approved by
Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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