Title: Marrying an Older Divorced Woman Question: I am man and my age 31 and i am in love with a women, she is 37 years old and is divorced with a baby. She is very good lady in term of Islamic duties, but my parents are rejecting this idea of getting married to an older divorced woman. I am just confused. I just want to know what is Islamic point of view when there is difference in age between husband and wife. Thanks. Answer: The question does not relate to the Islamic Shari`ah . The Shari`ah does not prohibit neither promote marriage between a man and an older divorced woman. It is left to the decision of the individual. I hope this helps. 14 th May 2000