What is the Islamic ruling on masturbation, and what is the solution for someone who suffers from it daily and desires to marry, while the parents refuse that on the pretext of studying?
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Parental rejection of a marriage proposal is a grave error and contrary to the command of the Prophet (peace be upon him). The assertion that marriage hinders studies is incorrect; rather, it is possible to combine them, and marriage may aid academic success by providing tranquility and peace. Masturbation is forbidden, and it can be overcome by marriage for those who are able, or by fasting.
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