💍 Khitbah & engagement · #115
My fiancé has a physical disability and my family is hesitant. How do I explain to them?
A physical disability does not prevent someone from being a good husband or wife. What needs to be weighed is religion, character, the ability to carry responsibility, and honesty about one's condition. A family's hesitation usually comes from worries about health, work and future burdens. Answer those worries with facts. For example, tell them about his work, his independence and the support available. Bring him to meet your family so they get to know him as a person. If there is a health issue that affects the marriage, discuss it openly with a doctor before the akad. See criteria for choosing a spouse.