What is the solution for a husband who doubts and distrusts his wife, and prevents her from visiting relatives and attending weddings, claiming fear of the presence of bad people or envy, or the presence of an abnormal person in some homes?

Having ill thoughts about a Muslim and doubting their character and trustworthiness is not permissible Islamically. However, jealousy, when placed correctly, is commendable because it safeguards honor and protects sacred boundaries. But if jealousy exceeds its limits, it becomes a burden.

The jealousy that Allah loves is jealousy in the face of suspicion, whereas jealousy without suspicion is what Allah dislikes. The Prophet, peace be upon him, forbade seeking out the faults of one's family.

In summary, it is not permissible for a man to excessively harbor ill thoughts about his wife and doubt her without cause, as this corrupts the marital relationship.

The husband is advised in such cases to be moderate. Excessive doubt might be a symptom of obsessive-compulsive disorder, which requires psychological treatment. The wife must be patient and obey her husband, especially if he is a man of faith and good character, obeying him when he forbids her from going to a certain place, unless he prevents her from visiting her family.