Is the questioner given a choice between the two opinions regarding the expiation for an oath, after he considered what he said null and void, knowing that the other opinion views the expiation for an oath as more precautious? And what is the ruling on the statement the questioner made to the elderly woman on the train: "It would be wrong for us if you stand and we sit," or "It is forbidden for me or for us to sit while you stand"? And is there a fear that this could be the beginning of the return of obsessive whispers (waswas)?
Firstly: The difference in rulings regarding the prohibition of one's wife versus the prohibition of others does not apply to the questioner's situation. What he said does not affect the marital bond, and it is from the whisperings of Satan.
Secondly: What the questioner uttered concerning his second question does not result in any divorce. He must seek refuge with Allah from these whisperings and turn away from them.
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