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Does a triple divorce, issued in a state of extreme anger leading to a loss of mental clarity, take effect, given that the wife suffers from a psychological illness and lives with her husband, and they have children together? And is it forbidden for him to remain with her?

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Anger does not prevent the occurrence of divorce unless it overwhelms the mind, and the anger or psychological state of the woman is not taken into consideration. If a man has divorced his wife three times, she becomes unlawful for him and is not permissible for him until she marries another man and he consummates the marriage with her, then he divorces her, and her waiting period ends. Only then is it permissible for him to marry her again. The relationship after divorce is impermissible. Both spouses must repent and seek forgiveness. However, if anger reaches the point of unconsciousness, the divorce does not take place. It is necessary to consult Sharia courts or scholars for further details.

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