When is a man permitted to marry, and what is the legal age for a girl to marry?
Source: FtawySummary from Ftawy's records · added here Sep 2, 2026
The Shari'ah did not specify an age for the marriage of a man or a woman, but a young girl is not handed over to her husband until she is able to endure intercourse. It is preferable not to marry off young children unless there is an overriding benefit.
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