{"_id":"668da05b0b76658b4c23351b","title":"How are distant relatives factored when choosing a potential spouse?","question":"There is a girl I’m planning to get married to InshaAllah, she is practicing but her distant relatives are not practicing and are liberal Muslims, we are afraid that my parents may not accept her into the family due to her family. What should we do?","answer":"Unfortunately, at times, a potential marriage partner may face rejection due to factors beyond their control, such as their family background. This occurs because marriage involves the merging of two families, not just two individuals. However, some marriages succeed despite familial differences, as long as the families respect the couple's autonomy and refrain from imposing their beliefs. I suggest introducing the girl and her immediate family to your own. Let your parents get to know the girl and her parents first. Additionally, evaluate the level of influence exerted by the girl's aunts. If their influence is minimal, your parents may be less concerned.","tags":[{"_id":"668d9fe20b76658b4c23280c","tag":"Relationships: Extended Family","count":47},{"_id":"668d9fdf0b76658b4c2327a9","tag":"Relationships: Potential Spouse","count":44}],"createdOn":"2024-07-09T20:40:59.971Z"}