What is the Shar'i ruling regarding a sister who caused discord between her sister and her husband, and tells her sister, "You are backward" because she only watches cartoons, religious tapes, and documentaries? And what is the Shar'i ruling regarding a husband who allows his wife to watch foreign films?

You have done well in welcoming your sister, and she has done ill by mocking you and trying to corrupt your husband. This is baseness and repaying kindness with evil. Your sister's negligence in prayer explains her behavior. You should advise her and clarify the seriousness of her situation. You may shun her if you hope that shunning will benefit her.

It is not possible to ascertain your sister's intent in trying to corrupt your marriage, but we advise you to be patient with your husband and counsel him kindly, and to beware of discord.

We draw attention to the regulations concerning watching animated cartoons, and that adhering to Islamic law is not blameworthy strictness.