Continuing a marriage if the mahr (dowry) has not been paid
Q: Is it permissible to continue a marriage if the mahr (dowry) has not been paid?
I am currently married, but my husband has not yet paid the agreed-upon mahr (dowry). I would like to know if my marriage is still valid in Islam without the payment of mahr. What steps should be taken in such a situation? Is the marriage still considered valid, and what are the Islamic guidelines regarding mahr payments? Should I take any specific actions to address this issue?