What is your opinion regarding some young men delaying marriage for fear that it will distract them from seeking knowledge or obeying Allah?
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The questioner : What is your opinion regarding some young men delaying marriage, saying they fear being distracted from seeking knowledge or obeying Allah?
The Shaykh : By Allah, I see that this is a mistake. I see that marriage does not prevent a person from seeking knowledge; rather, it may actually help him in seeking knowledge. He often becomes more focused. Yes, it may lead to other matters, such as financial maintenance, but he becomes free to focus on many matters. Also, if he marries while relying on Allah the Mighty and Majestic, seeking His help, and taking hold of His saying, the Exalted:[Hud 11:6], he will be recorded with much good.
The Shaykh : By Allah, I see that this is a mistake. I see that marriage does not prevent a person from seeking knowledge; rather, it may actually help him in seeking knowledge. He often becomes more focused. Yes, it may lead to other matters, such as financial maintenance, but he becomes free to focus on many matters. Also, if he marries while relying on Allah the Mighty and Majestic, seeking His help, and taking hold of His saying, the Exalted: