Understanding Divorce in Islam
Permissibility and Discouragement:
Divorce (Talaq) is permissible in Islam but highly discouraged. It is considered the last resort when reconciliation between spouses is impossible. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, "The most detestable of lawful things before Allah is divorce." Steps Before Divorce: Islam encourages reconciliation and provides steps to resolve marital disputes before resorting to divorce. These include: Personal Reflection: Both spouses should reflect on the issues and try to resolve them privately. Mediation: If private resolution fails, mediators from both families should be involved to help reconcile. Counseling: Seeking advice from knowledgeable and wise individuals or scholars. Finality and Revocation:A divorce can be revoked during the Iddah period (in the case of Talaq-e-Ahsan and Talaq-e-Hasan). If the couple decides to reconcile, they can resume their marital relationship without a new marriage contract. After the Iddah period, or after three pronouncements of talaq, the divorce becomes final, and the couple cannot remarry unless the wife marries another man, consummates that marriage, and then gets a divorce (known as Halala).
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