Is a wife entitled to seek divorce from her husband who refuses procreation and treatment, does not treat his wives justly, does not care for her when she is sick, and is absent from her for long periods? And would she be sinful if she did so, or is it better for her to be patient?
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A wife has the right to procreate and to be treated kindly. The husband must also be just among his wives in terms of lodging. It is not permissible for a husband to abstain from cohabiting with one of his wives to harm her; rather, he should cohabit with her according to her desire and his ability. The husband should introduce his wife to his family and establish communication between them. The wife is advised to be patient and to clarify her rights to her husband, and she has the right to seek a divorce if the harm persists.
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