Marriage and Divorce (Shafii)

April 14, 2023 2 mins

Does Masturbation Make Marriage Obligatory?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question A man does not fear falling into fornication per se. He does not look at pornography. On occasion, despite resistance, he lapses into masturbation. Does this obligate his getting married, or is it sufficient that he repents from that action? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and […]
April 12, 2023 2 mins

Am I Divorced Because We Talked about Me Going Back to My Country?

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question My husband and I have had so many arguments. I feel like he is never really happy or satisfied with what I do for him, making me unhappy. Recently we argued and talked about me moving back to my home country because I felt unappreciated in what I do […]
April 8, 2023 5 mins

Do Angry Phrases or Words That Indicate Separation Constitute a Divorce?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Everything seems good at the moment. But I still worry occasionally. In the past, my husband and I have argued many times. He has said many sentences or words in anger that could mean separation. He said he did not intend to divorce. But I don’t know if I should […]
April 1, 2023 3 mins

Does Telling Someone You’re Divorced Count as a Divorce?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Does divorce occur if a husband unintentionally or without knowing says, “my wife is divorced” to some third person (not to wife)? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. May Allah guide every dimension of our lives to that which pleases Him. Yes, telling anyone […]
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