Does a divorce occur by the husband's saying "Yes, I meant divorce" after the wife's persistent questioning, knowing that he later stated he only said it to threaten and silence her?
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The husband's statement regarding divorce is what is considered. So, if your husband tells you that he did not intend divorce, he is to be believed. And his telling you that he intended divorce when you asked excessively, as long as he admits he was lying, does not constitute a divorce religiously in this situation. It is recommended to get rid of obsessive thoughts due to their psychological and religious harm.
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