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Is it permissible for a girl to love a prophet and wish to marry him in Paradise, and does this affect her chances of worldly marriage, especially if this feeling stems from watching a television series, and does imagining herself as a prophet's wife help her avoid temptations?

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A Muslim should not develop an unhealthy attachment to the personality of Yusuf (Joseph), peace be upon him, to the extent of refusing marriage, as this is a deception from Iblis (Satan). True attachment to the prophets is through believing in them, emulating their guidance, and following their path. Marriage is part of the prophets' guidance. Marriage is an ancient tradition and a path of the prophets, as stated in the Qur'an. Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, commanded it and forbade monasticism. A Muslim woman must repent from this attachment, follow the tradition of marriage, strive for the causes of entering Paradise, and maintain chastity.

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