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Should a man divorce his wife after discovering she is not a virgin, and she claimed her brother raped her when she was young, even if he continues to cover for her despite his doubts? Should he inform her family about what happened, or should he conceal it for her? Should he compel her to wear the niqab to put his heart at ease?

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As long as the wife is repentant and righteous, and no suspicion arises from her, she must be kept and treated kindly, and her secret must be concealed and not disclosed to anyone. It is permissible to prevent her from visiting her family if there is a fear of suspicion from her brother. The wife must obey her husband in wearing the niqab, despite the disagreement regarding its obligation. The husband's guardianship necessitates closing the doors to temptation and safeguarding his wife by upholding God's boundaries. The husband should not be absent from his wife for long periods without a valid excuse. However, if suspicion arises from the wife, she should be divorced.

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