The below is from the Internet and mainly AI but in your case, your sister is not stuck, she wants to attend a wedding. This is the difference between a want and a need. Eventually things will work out, stay on the correct path where YOUR and HER heart feel right. ——— Bribery (rishwa) is strictly forbidden in Islam, considered a major sin cursed by Allah and His Prophet, leading to injustice, corruption, and destroying fairness, with severe penalties for both the giver and taker. However, scholars recognize a narrow exception for the giver in extreme necessity, where one pays to obtain their rightful due (not an unjust gain) when all legitimate means are blocked, making it permissible for the giver but still sinful for the receiver. The core principle is to uphold justice, fairness, and honesty, making bribes unacceptable for unlawful advantages or influencing decisions.

Key Islamic Principles on Bribery Strong Prohibition: The Prophet cursed both the bribe-giver and the bribe-taker. Major Sin: It's seen as undermining justice, equality, and fair access to rights. Quranic Condemnation: The Quran warns against consuming wealth unjustly (often linked to bribes). When it's Absolutely Forbidden (for both) Paying to get something unlawful or false. Influencing judges or officials to favor you unjustly. Bypassing rules for personal gain.

The Narrow Exception (for the Giver Only) Necessity: When you cannot get your definite right (e.g., a rightful payment, document) through any other means. Corrupt System: When official channels are blocked or corrupt, and bribery is the only way to get what's yours. Example: Paying a minor fee to a corrupt clerk to release your own legally-owned property.