Is a marriage conducted with the father's consent given over the phone and his verbal authorization of the paternal uncle permissible in Islamic law, especially since the girl confirmed her authorization of her uncle in front of witnesses, or is it considered invalid and requires re-contracting, and what is the legitimate solution for this situation?
Marriage can be contracted through an agent just as it can be contracted directly. Therefore, a guardian may appoint someone to act on his behalf in marrying off his ward. It is sufficient for the agency to be verbal, not written, and visions have no bearing on Sharia rulings.
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