´Abdullah bin Mas'ud narrated:` "We went with Allah's Messenger, while we were young men who had nothing. He said: 'O young men! You should marry, for indeed it helps in lowering the gaze and protecting the private parts. Whoever among you is not able to marry, then let him fast, for indeed fasting will diminish his sexual desire."
Explanation & Benefits
Shaykh Dr. Abdur Rahman Freywai
Explanation:
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The original meaning of "al-baa'ah" is sexual intercourse, but here, the effect is mentioned while the cause is intended (i.e., the ability to marry and bear its expenses).
Source: Sunan al-Tirmidhi – Majlis ‘Ilmi Dar al-Da‘wah, New Delhi Edition, Page: 1081