עברית
Faith
Is it permitted to marry a cousin?
Question
Hi Rabbi!
So, my name is Daniel, and I have been feeling lately that I am falling in love with my cousin. There is a three-year age difference between us, so that is fine. And let us say we checked the DNA and everything will be fine, but I really love her and do not know how the family will react. Also, some rabbi told me that it is even a mitzvah to marry between cousins, so I really wanted you to help me, because I do not know what to do. After all, there were many righteous people who married their cousins, but I do not know what to do... please help!!!
Answer
Hello and blessings
Indeed, there is no problem at all with such a marriage, and one should try to send someone to propose to the girl. And if she is interested, you can move the matter forward with the parents, with Hashem's help.
With wishes for abundant success,
Benjamin Shmueli
