Which is prioritized: marriage or Hajj for someone who fears falling into sin (fornication/adultery) if they do not marry?
General Chapter
Al-Mughni
Book of Hajj
Primary text
If a person fears committing unlawful acts (al-'unut) and requires marriage, performing the marriage takes precedence over Hajj. Marriage is deemed obligatory in this situation because it is indispensable, similar to necessary maintenance.
Supporting text
If the person does not fear committing unlawful acts, Hajj is prioritized because marriage becomes a voluntary act (tatowwu'), and thus cannot take precedence over obligatory Hajj.