{"_id":"6834838024a33479909c66d9","title":"{\"ops\":[{\"insert\":\"Can I be happy for a non-Muslim couple?\\n\"}]}","question":"{\"ops\":[{\"insert\":\"Is it bad to express happiness for a non-Muslim friend who got married to her boyfriend? I know having a boyfriend is haram in Islam, but she stuck with only 1 guy and is now married and has children. I’ve said things to her like: \\\"I’m so glad you got married to the same guy you liked in high school\\\" and \\\"I’m so happy for you\\\" and \\\"You’re blessed.\\\" I say these things knowing that her life is different and has nothing to do with my beliefs and values. Does this count as encouraging haram?\\n\"}]}","answer":"{\"ops\":[{\"insert\":\"From what you've described, it does not sound like an approval of a sinful relationship, but happiness that your friend is now in a more stable and committed relationship through marriage. It seems clear that, in your heart, you’re not approving of what Islam deems impermissible; you’re simply being gracious and kind in how you relate to someone whose life and values differ from yours. That said, it’s always good to be mindful of how we express ourselves, so we don’t unintentionally give the impression of celebrating something that Islam considers immoral. Your intentions matter, and it’s evident that you’re trying to navigate this with sincerity.\\n\"}]}","tags":[{"_id":"668d9fe30b76658b4c23280f","tag":"Relationships: Non-Muslims","count":95},{"_id":"668da02b0b76658b4c232ff9","tag":"Relationships: Friend","count":52},{"_id":"668da0150b76658b4c232daf","tag":"Relationships: Spouse","count":42}],"createdOn":"2025-05-26T15:06:40.780Z"}