Ahmed Raza Khan: Mohammed Aqib Qadri:
And there is no sin on you if you propose marriage to
women while they are hidden from your view, or hide it in your
hearts; Allah knows that you will now remember them, but do
not make secret pacts with women except by decent words
recognised by Islamic law; and do not consummate the marriage
until the written command reaches its completion; know well
that Allah knows what is in your hearts, therefore fear Him;
and know well that Allah is Oft Forgiving, Most Forbearing.