What is the ruling on a woman who was forced into zina (unlawful sexual intercourse) but then took pleasure in it and satisfied her desire; is she sinful and considered an adulteress?
Allah has forbidden adultery, and it is a grave major sin. Whoever is afflicted by it must promptly repent and conceal themselves. If a woman is forced into adultery, she is not sinful for it, based on the Almighty's saying: "except for him who is compelled [to renounce his religion] while his heart is at peace with faith," and the Prophet's (peace be upon him) saying: "Indeed, Allah has forgiven my Ummah for their mistakes, forgetfulness, and what they are forced to do." So, there is no sin upon her, even if she experienced pleasure from it, because pleasure is an innate matter, not something she acquired. She must repent, seek forgiveness, and be cautious in the future against being exposed to such a situation again.
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