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Nikah (Marriage) - Talaaq (Divorce) The Majlis Vol 25 No 07, p.12

Is it permissible for a widow not to get married if she has children to care for?

Question

Is it permissible for a widow not to get married if she has children to care for?

Answer

In fact it is meritorious for her to refrain from marriage for the sake of taking care of her minor children. As long as the widow is able to maintain her purity, it is permissible for her not to marry. She will be abundantly rewarded.

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