Is the marriage contract valid with the testimony of two blind men?

General Chapter

Al-Mughni

Book of Marriage

Book 35 · Issue 7 · Bab 1

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Primary text

The marriage contract is established with the testimony of two blind men, according to one view, as their testimony is testimony regarding speech, which is valid from a blind person, similar to testimony based on widespread reputation (*Istifadah*). However, validity requires certainty regarding the voice and the identification of the contracting parties' voices in a manner that leaves no doubt, equivalent to what a sighted person would confirm.

Supporting text

Al-Shafi'i holds two views on this matter.