Question
Are dicephalus twins considered as one or as two persons according to the Shariah if they have two hearts, 3 kidneys, but share one gastrointestinal tract and one reproductive system? What is the Shariah's law if they want to get married?
Answer
Such persons are two persons regardless of being adjoined and having some common organs. They are not one person with two heads. Each one has his/her own personality, mind and soul. As long as they are joined, they will not be able to get married. And Allah knows best.
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- The Majlis Vol 21 No 08
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