Which takes precedence: the obligatory Hajj or marriage?
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Question:
He says: I have delayed getting married, and I am now thirty-seven years old. Also, we have not performed Hajj or 'Umrah until this time. Which should I start with, Honorable Shaykh? I am determined to perform acts of obedience and hold fast to what is good.
Answer:
If you fear for yourself falling into what is forbidden if you do not get married, then you should prioritize marriage, placing it before Hajj. But if you do not fear for yourself falling into what is forbidden, then prioritize Hajj. Yes.
He says: I have delayed getting married, and I am now thirty-seven years old. Also, we have not performed Hajj or 'Umrah until this time. Which should I start with, Honorable Shaykh? I am determined to perform acts of obedience and hold fast to what is good.
Answer:
If you fear for yourself falling into what is forbidden if you do not get married, then you should prioritize marriage, placing it before Hajj. But if you do not fear for yourself falling into what is forbidden, then prioritize Hajj. Yes.
Source
قناة «العلامة الدكتور صالح الفوزان»، 7749- أيهما يقدم حج الفريضة أم الزواج؟ - الشيخ صالح الفوزان — youtube.com
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