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Why does God test a righteous servant, one who abides by His commands and shuns His prohibitions, with deprivation of progeny and raising an orphan, while others are blessed with offspring despite being sinners?

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Congratulations on your interest in Islamic knowledge and good deeds. We ask Allah to keep you steadfast. Do not accuse your Lord, for He is the Chosen Doer, He does what He wills and distributes sustenance with great wisdom and justice. The trial of infertility may be a gift and a blessing, so you must be content with Allah's decree and have a good opinion of Him, and frequently thank and remember Him. Continue to supplicate to Allah to remove your infertility, for Allah is capable of all things. Draw inspiration from the stories of the Prophets Zechariah and Abraham, peace be upon them, and choose the times when supplications are answered. Do not despair. Increase your seeking of forgiveness, for there is goodness and blessing in it. Read the Quran for healing. Seek treatment from other doctors, and do not despair of Allah's mercy. Seek help from Zamzam water, black seed, and honey. There is wisdom in every act of Allah in creating man; whoever is content with Allah's decree will have a tranquil heart. If your wife wishes to divorce due to not having children, she is permitted to do so, and you are permitted to divorce her. You can marry another woman, informing her of your health condition. Islamic law indicates the desirability of marriage for chastity and procreation. You can also sponsor orphans and widows due to its great virtue.

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