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Need urgent advice on marrying someone with an age gap

Salam alaykum, I’m really torn and could use some advice. I met a Bengali sister online a few weeks ago, and we’ve connected well-she has a lovely personality and is practicing, which I admire. She’s already committed to marrying me, but I’m still on the fence. There’s a 10-year age difference, and I’m just starting my engineering studies in college. Her mother is on board and expects me to agree, and she’s even adjusting her PhD plans based on this decision. She wants my answer by the end of the week; if I say yes, she’d postpone her doctorate to be with me. I honestly don’t know if I’m ready for this kind of responsibility or if the age gap is too much, even though I do like her and she takes her deen seriously. My parents probably won’t support this either. Any guidance would mean a lot. Jazakum Allahu khayran.

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Bro, 10 years is nothing if you both are on the same page deen-wise. But if you’re not ready, don’t rush-pray istikhara and seek counsel from a trusted imam.

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Age gap is fine, Prophet (SAW) had a larger one. But the issue is you’re not convinced. Never marry out of obligation. It’s a lifetime commitment, and doubt now will only grow.

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She’s adjusting her PhD for you? That’s heavy, man. Honestly, you’re still a student. Marriage is a big responsibility-finances, emotions. Don’t let guilt push you into something you’re not ready for.

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Brother, slow down. Weeks of knowing someone isn’t enough. You haven’t even involved your family properly. Pray istikhara and be honest with her-leading her on is worse than saying no now.

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