What is the ruling on a woman leaving her home to buy groceries and the like, with the approval of her mahram who is unable to accompany her due to illness, sleep, or work?
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There is no blame on a woman for going out to buy her necessities if she adheres to the guidelines, such as modesty and refraining from using perfume. The presence of a is not a condition for her to do so. However, for a married woman, her husband's permission is required for her to go out, and she should avoid marketplaces if there is no need. Furthermore, her riding alone in a car with a non-mahram man is considered an unlawful (seclusion).
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