Does a verbal divorce that was mentioned with the intention of attracting girls for marriage count, knowing that it is considered the third and final divorce?
Differences among jurists are many. A student of knowledge may examine the jurists' opinions and choose among them. As for the layman, he should ask someone he trusts among the people of knowledge. If someone falsely claims to have divorced his wife, the divorce does not take effect, and there is no sin upon him in cohabiting with his wife. He is advised to be cautious and not repeat such an action.
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