Yasir Qadhi Are Secret Marriages Allowed In Islam Open Q&A
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Jul 31, 2025 Explore the complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and challenge common misconceptions regarding land claims. Delve into the struggles American Muslims face with political activism while balancing spiritual duties. Understand spiritual OCD and practical remedies to combat troubling thoughts. Discuss the implications of shirk on personal relationships, the nuances of secret marriages, and the recognition of civil divorces. Finally, navigate financial ethics in Islam, addressing cryptocurrency legitimacy and the challenges Muslim professionals encounter in corporate America.
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Handling Religious OCD
- Combat religious OCD (waswasa) by increasing dhikr and Quran engagement.
- Learn to live with intrusive thoughts without acting upon them and replace doubt with yaqeen.
Clear Definition of Shirk
- Shirk is assigning any share of God's powers or rights to another being, even partially.
- Worship is for Allah alone; any shared ultimate power is shirk, regardless of degree.
Against Secret Marriages
- Secret marriages with only couple and witnesses are technically valid but highly discouraged.
- Publicizing marriage with wali and witnesses supports dignity and long-lasting happiness.