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Is stipulating that the second wife visits every six months, while spending most of the time with the first wife, considered an injustice to her? And how can justice in spending be achieved between the two wives given the difference in eating habits and traditions between their two countries?

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Justice is obligatory upon a man between his two wives in terms of division (of time) and maintenance, even if their countries of residence differ. As for the division, a woman may waive her right to it if she voluntarily accepts this and the husband consents. The man is only bound by what has been agreed upon, unless he fears that she might fall into temptation due to a prolonged absence, in which case his absence must be shortened.

As for maintenance, the majority of jurists hold that what is obligatory is justice in the obligatory maintenance, not in gifts and donations. A man is just between his two wives if he provides each of them with sufficient food, clothing, and housing according to what is customary. The maintenance may vary in quantity and quality between wives; the quantity of food is determined by each woman's need, and its quality according to custom and the financial status of the couple, whether rich or poor.

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