The Guardianship of a Younger Brother Before Reaching Puberty
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Question:
He says: Honorable Shaykh, may Allah grant you success, if a woman has no one but a brother who is thirteen years old and has not yet reached puberty, but he is known for his knowledge, sound judgment, and good conduct, is he considered a guardian?
Answer:
No, he is not considered a guardian until he reaches puberty. Reaching puberty is a condition. If he is below the age of puberty, even by a year, he is not suitable, because he is in need of someone to take charge of him. Yes.
He says: Honorable Shaykh, may Allah grant you success, if a woman has no one but a brother who is thirteen years old and has not yet reached puberty, but he is known for his knowledge, sound judgment, and good conduct, is he considered a guardian?
Answer:
No, he is not considered a guardian until he reaches puberty. Reaching puberty is a condition. If he is below the age of puberty, even by a year, he is not suitable, because he is in need of someone to take charge of him. Yes.
Source
قناة «العلامة الدكتور صالح الفوزان»، 141/116 شرح زاد المستقنع/ صالح الفوزان — youtube.com (34:34)
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