There is no harm in proposing in secret to (any of) these women, or keeping the intention to yourself: God is aware that you will keep them in mind. Yet do not make a promise in secret, unless you speak in a manner that is proper; and do not resolve upon marriage till the fixed term of waiting is over. Remember that God knows what is in your hearts; so be fearful of Him, and remember that God is forgiving and forbearing.
و گناهى بر شما نيست كه به كنايه و سر بسته از [اين‌] زنان خواستگارى كنيد يا [ازدواج با آنها را] در دل نهان داريد. خدا آگاه است، كه شما آنها را ياد خواهيد نمود، ولى با آنها قرار پنهانى مگذاريد، مگر سخنى شايسته [و كنايى‌] بگوييد. و تا عدّه‌شان سر نيامد