In Islam, certain categories of women are prohibited for marriage to a Muslim man. These prohibitions are based on specific religious laws and considerations.
Categories of Women Prohibited for Marriage in Islam:
The reasons for prohibition fall under various categories:
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Consanguinity (Blood Relation): Women who are closely related to you by blood, such as your mother, sister, aunt, and niece, are permanently prohibited.
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Affinity (Marriage Relation): Certain women related through marriage are also prohibited, such as your mother-in-law, stepdaughter (under specific conditions), and daughter-in-law.
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Fosterage (Milk Relation): Women who are related through breastfeeding in specific circumstances are considered as blood relatives.
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Existing Marriage Status: A woman who is currently married to another man.
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Specific Religious Circumstances:
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Women in Iddah: A woman undergoing the waiting period (
Iddah) after divorce or the death of her husband. This period is to determine if she is pregnant and to allow her time to grieve. -
Adulterous Women (Under Specific Conditions): A woman who has committed fornication or adultery until she sincerely repents and completes the
Iddahperiod (if applicable). This is subject to scholarly interpretation and conditions. -
Thrice-Divorced Woman: A woman whom you have divorced three times is prohibited for you until she has been married to another man in a valid marriage, that marriage has been consummated, and that marriage has ended through death or divorce.
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Women in Ihram: A woman in the state of
Ihram(a state of consecration) during Hajj or Umrah. -
Two Sisters Simultaneously: Marrying two sisters at the same time is prohibited. However, marrying the sister of a deceased or divorced wife is permissible.
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Detailed Explanation:
| Category | Description |
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| Women in Iddah | A woman observing the waiting period after divorce or the death of her husband. |
| Adulterous Women | Until they repent and complete Iddah (if applicable) |
| Thrice-Divorced Woman | Until she marries another man, the marriage is consummated, and then the marriage is terminated (through death or divorce). |
| Women in Ihram | During Hajj or Umrah. |
| Two Sisters Simultaneously | You cannot be married to two sisters at the same time. |
It's crucial to consult with a knowledgeable Islamic scholar for specific rulings and interpretations related to marriage prohibitions, as interpretations can vary among different schools of thought.
