Kuwait Court of Cassation principle number 933

A boy attaining the age of seven under the Hanbali school. Its effect. Giving him a choice, provided he is of sound mind, between his two sons. The entitlement of whichever of them he chooses to care for him. The reason for this. At this age the child is addressed by - 500 - Personal Status the Lawgiver concerning prayer, and the mother was given precedence before that during infancy because of his need for someone to carry him, which she is better able to do. - A female attaining the age of seven. Her father's entitlement to guardianship over her to the exclusion of others. The reason for this: he is better able to protect her and more entitled to guardianship over her because her hand is sought from him, he holds the power to give her in marriage, is more knowledgeable about suitability, and is better able to investigate; he is therefore given precedence over others.