Fatwa #132513 August 2005South Africa
marrying a girl with a child
Question
Is it advisable for me to marry a women with a child? I am divorced for 4 months to date, my parents have shown me a new girl for marriage.She has a child and i have no children off my own.The women had a parent defiant reputation and so to have i.With isthikara what other measures can i take to make sure i am making the right decision?
Answer
1. I am unable to determine whether marrying a woman with a child is appropriate in your case or not. Each case needs to be analysed individually.
2. You are the only person who will really be able to make an informed decision. If you feel you will be able to accommodate this child between you and the prospective bride, well and good. However, if you feel that a child may cause problems between you and the wife, you should rather search for someone else. Remember that it is only natural for a woman to give priority to her children over her husband.
3. Continue with Istikhaara.
and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best
Mufti Muhammad Kadwa
FATWA DEPT
CHECKED & APPROVED: Mufti Ebrahim Desai