A Woman Traveling Alone

Question
Is it permissible for a woman to travel alone to seek knowledge?
Answer

I say, and with God's success: The original rule is that it is not permissible for a woman to travel except with a mahram, and she should not live except in a place where she feels safe for herself. The issue has multiple scenarios and specific cases, which are ruled on separately, and God knows best.

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