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What is the religious ruling on dealing with a husband's mother whose actions indicate a lack of desire for good towards the wife? Is it permissible for the wife to inform her husband of this? Is the wife sinful if she prays, "O Allah, suffice me against her however and in whatever way You wish"? And is she sinful for not entrusting her son to her?

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The mother-in-law is wrong in her actions, such as lying, mocking, taking others' belongings without permission, and harming a Muslim unjustly, which is forbidden. We recommend enduring her harm patiently, as there is good in it. If one feels overwhelmed, the husband can be spoken to gently and kindly. The relationship with her can be reduced to ward off harm, while maintaining the necessary connection.

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