Is it permissible, Islamically, for a man to marry a woman "on paper" with the intention of not consummating the marriage, but rather to financially assist her and her family, and then divorce her?
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A sham marriage has two forms:
The first: Forging a document that attests to marriage without offer and acceptance. This is a lie and is not permissible except out of necessity or dire need, such as to obtain alimony.
The second: A marriage contract with all its pillars fulfilled, but both parties agree to strip it of its content to remain merely ceremonial. This is impermissible.
It is also important to note the impermissibility of a woman traveling a distance exceeding 85 km without a or husband, and the necessity of being cautious about residing in Western countries due to the abundance of temptations there.
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