Is marriage considered an obstacle to seeking knowledge, and what is your opinion regarding marriage for a student studying at the university?

The questioner : Is marriage considered an obstacle to seeking knowledge, given that many young men and women may use it as an excuse? And what is your opinion regarding marriage for a student studying at the university?

The Shaykh : Marriage is not an obstacle to seeking knowledge if a person has what is sufficient for him. Yes, if it is assumed that a person does not have what is sufficient for him and fears that if he marries, expenses will result from his marriage that he cannot bear alongside seeking knowledge, then in that case it may be an obstacle. Nevertheless, we do not recommend that a young man leave marriage, even in this case. Rather, we say: marry, and Allah the Exalted will make you and your family wealthy. In the hadith: , so turn to marriage, my brother, even if you are a student of knowledge. Perhaps your marriage will open a door of provision for you, as is observed in some cases.