Are the assets of a deceased husband considered an inheritance for the legal heirs, or does the husband's statement to his wife: "for your security," mean that they belong to her alone? What is the ruling on a girl marrying a married man, where her mother stipulated that he write a separate house in her name, but the girl learned that she would live with the first wife in one house? Is it obligatory to inform the mother of this, and what if the marriage takes place without the mother's knowledge?
The mother has no guardianship in marrying off her daughter; rather, the father is her guardian. The conditions considered valid in marriage are those stipulated by the mature woman or her guardian to the husband, provided they do not contradict Islamic law. If the husband does not fulfill the condition, the marriage is not invalidated, but the wife gains the right to annulment. If the wife is mature, she has the right to waive a condition that is for her benefit. For instance, if the contract was made on the condition of an independent dwelling, and then the wife agreed to live with the other wife, this does not affect the validity of the marriage, and her right to that condition is forfeited. However, the wife is advised to demand an independent dwelling, as it is her right, and to be frank with her mother and consult with her father and wise individuals, then perform Istikhara (prayer for guidance) before proceeding.
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