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Is the divorce pronounced by the husband while in a state of anger, which caused the wife to abandon her home and then return after three menstrual cycles, counted as a valid divorce?

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Summary of the ruling on the occurrence of divorce in a state of anger: 1. If the anger is at its beginning and the mind is conscious, the divorce is valid. 2. If the anger reaches its peak and causes a loss of consciousness, the divorce is not effective. 3. If the anger is moderate, between the two states, the evidence indicates that the divorce is not effective, citing the hadith: "There is no divorce and no manumission in a state of 'Ighlaq' (compulsion/loss of control)."

If the waiting period ('iddah) (three menstrual cycles) ends after the divorce: 1. If it was the first or second divorce, a new marriage contract and a new dower are required for reconciliation. 2. If it was the third divorce, you are not lawful for him until you marry another man. It is recommended to refer to sharia courts or trustworthy scholars for a ruling on the matter.

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