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Is it permissible to obtain an interest-bearing loan to study dentistry in America, knowing that the tuition fees are exorbitant and cannot be secured except through this loan?

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Usurious loans are prohibited except in cases of necessity that permit the commission of the forbidden, according to the Almighty's saying: "But whoever is forced, neither desiring [it] nor transgressing [its limit], there is no sin upon him." Interest on all types of loans is prohibited usury, and there is no difference between consumer and productive loans; both much and little usury are forbidden. Borrowing with usury does not lose its sinfulness except in cases of necessity, which is a state of danger or severe hardship where one fears harm to life, limb, honor, mind, or property. Therefore, one must ensure the necessity is met before resorting to a usurious loan and seek lawful means. "And whoever fears Allah – He will make for him a way out And will provide for him from where he does not expect. And whoever relies upon Allah – then He is sufficient for him." And whoever abandons something for the sake of Allah, Allah will compensate him with something better.

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