Why do ‘Sayyids’ Not Marry Their Daughters To ‘Non- Sayyids '? Can you tell me whether there is any valid reason that ahl-e-bayts ot Sayyeds cant marry their daughters outside Sayyeds or ahl-e-bayts . Is this a valid reason to reject a proposal from a guy who is not Sayyed and what could be the way out? Reply The referred issue may be a preference or a tradition of a particular family, it is neither a religious tradition nor one prompted by any religious teachings. In fact, I personally know a family, with a strong sense of pride of their lineage and of being Sayyids , who gave their daughter to a non- Sayyid person, ascribing to the Sunni way. As far as whether or not is the referred reason valid or strong enough for rejecting a proposal, would really depend upon the family taking the decision. Any reason can be considered valid by it. Nevertheless, if the family considers such restrictions to be a part of the Shari`ah , then they would not be correct in so considering. You ask: “What could be the way out?”. I am afraid I am not qualified to answer this question. Regards, Moiz Amjad Home Page Use this "Home Page" link only if you have opened this page by following an external link, Otherwise you may simply Close this Window