What is the ruling on marrying without the consent of one’s parents? The inquirer asked for the hand of a girl of good manners and strong faith. However, his parents firmly oppose this marriage and decided to sever all ties with him permanently if he chooses to go through with this marriage and force it upon them for the rest of their lives. What is the ruling of Islamic law regarding this matter?

The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said, “A woman is married for four [reasons]: her wealth, her family status, her beauty, and her religiosity. So, marry the religious woman” (Bukhari and Muslim). Accordingly, it is permissible for the inquirer to marry the girl of his choice if she is religious and of good manners as he mentions in the question. If he believes that this marriage will bring him happiness and that she is suitable to be the mother of his children while also safeguarding herself, his honor, wealth, and children in his absence, then it is permissible for him to proceed. In this situation, going ahead with this marriage does not constitute disobedience to his parents. The inquirer should speak gently with his parents and try to persuade them to support his desire to marry the girl he wishes to be with.

And Allah Almighty knows best