Why doesn't the religious media launch an awareness campaign to address the high cost of dowries and facilitate marriage, especially in light of the widespread tribulations and corruption, and in application of the Prophet's (peace and blessings be upon him) saying: "If there comes to you one whose religion and character you approve, then marry [your daughter] to him; otherwise, there will be tribulation and widespread corruption"?
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The Ummah must cooperate in closing the doors of evil and opening the doors of good by facilitating marriage, easing dowries, and lightening burdens. Indeed, Islamic law encourages making dowries and marriage expenses easy. Media outlets should prioritize inviting people to Allah, teaching the rulings of Islamic law, and urging adherence to the Sunnah of the Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, and emulating him.
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