Should a man afflicted with epilepsy inform his wife of his illness before consummating the marriage with her?
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Spouses must inform each other of physical defects before marriage, as this constitutes giving sincere advice and avoiding conflict, so that each party enters with full awareness, and because deception and concealment are forbidden.
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