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Is it permissible to marry a Catholic woman who is a thiyyib (previously married), separated from her Catholic husband, during the period of annulment of her church marriage, and without a wali (guardian)?

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The rulings concerning a valid marriage apply to the marriages of non-Muslims, including the rulings on divorce and annulment. Therefore, it is not permissible to marry a woman who is already married until her ' (waiting period) from her husband has ended. There may also be legal and religious impediments related to the issue, and it is necessary to ensure their removal before proceeding with the marriage to avoid falling into embarrassment. Furthermore, a guardian (wali) is a condition for the validity of a woman's marriage, whether she is Muslim or from the People of the Book. The guardian of a woman from the People of the Book marries her off from among her own people of faith, or their bishops, or the ruler. It is preferable for a Muslim to marry a righteous Muslim woman who will assist him in matters of his religion, due to the potential harms that may result from marrying a woman from the People of the Book.

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