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What is the ruling on purchasing a house in Britain through interest-based borrowing from a bank, knowing that this will reduce monthly financial burdens and lead to homeownership? And what is the Sharia-compliant method for purchasing a house if interest-based borrowing is prohibited?

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Dealing with usury is forbidden by the Qur’an, the Sunnah, and scholarly consensus. It is not permissible to engage in it, no matter how great the need. A Muslim must fear Allah and be patient with the wage. And whoever gives up something for the sake of Allah, Allah will compensate him with something better.

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