The ruling on plural marriage for one who cannot afford financial maintenance
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Question:
Honorable Shaykh, what is the ruling on plural marriage for one who is physically capable but not financially capable?
Answer:
For the one who is not capable, plural marriage is permissible in any case. Plural marriage is permissible, but if he is unable to provide financial maintenance, or unable to provide clothing or housing, then it is better that he not be unable to fulfill their rights.
Honorable Shaykh, what is the ruling on plural marriage for one who is physically capable but not financially capable?
Answer:
For the one who is not capable, plural marriage is permissible in any case. Plural marriage is permissible, but if he is unable to provide financial maintenance, or unable to provide clothing or housing, then it is better that he not be unable to fulfill their rights.
Source
شرح بلوغ المرام من أدلة الأحكام [ صالح الفوزان ]، تابع كتاب النكاح - 3 — islamhouse.com (50:53)
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