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My father insists that I marry a Sunni man, but I wish to marry a Shia man. What options do I have, as I feel helpless in this situation?

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My father insists that I marry a Sunni man, but I wish to marry a Shia man. What options do I have, as I feel helpless in this situation?
Zaid Alsalami, Shaykh Dr Zaid Alsalami is an Iraqi born scholar, raised in Australia. He obtained a BA from Al-Mustafa University, Qom, and an MA from the Islamic College in London. He also obtained a PhD from... Answered 7 months ago

Bismihi ta'āla

Your father has no right to insist or force anyone onto you. This is haram for him to do, and it is completely your choice, and he must respect that. It might be difficult for you to express yourself to him, and you might feel pressured, but do not give in, unless you are absolutely convinced on who you wish to marry, whoever he may be.

And Allah knows best.