Does the husband's mother have a right over the wife regarding service and other matters?
Source: FtawySummary from Ftawy's records · added here Sep 2, 2026
The mother of the husband has no obligatory right upon the wife for service. However, it is considered good conduct and kindness for the wife to look after her husband's mother, serve her in simple matters, visit her, and consult her. This fosters the husband's affection.
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