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How can I maintain my relationship with my fiancé who is terminally ill, and prove that I will not abandon him, without displeasing God?

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This response affirms that a servant owns nothing of their own affairs, and that two fundamental principles govern their life: belief in divine decree (Qadar) and submission to the command of Allah. The response then addresses the situation of an suspended marriage due to the fiancé's incurable illness, indicating that this might be a sign from Allah, signaling the unsuitability of this marriage. It also emphasizes the necessity of informing the family and the guardian (wali) of all details of the illness, because the guardian was legislated for the woman's protection and to ensure her well-being, warning against concealing this vital information that affects the guardian's decision. The response concludes by stressing the need for rational thought and not solely following emotions, while observing the rulings of Sharia concerning the relationship between engaged parties, and affirming the guardian's role in making the appropriate decision.

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