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What is the religious ruling concerning a husband who neglects his second wife and son, emotionally abandons her, rarely visits her, and prevents her from contacting him out of consideration for the feelings of his first wife, knowing that he agreed to her working conditions in another city before the marriage?

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Source: FtawySummary from Ftawy's records · added here Sep 2, 20261 min readAlso available in العربية
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The most important thing to recommend is supplication (Du'a), because it is among the best means by which a Muslim can achieve what they desire. The husband must be just between his two wives and treat them kindly, which includes fulfilling their rights, good conduct, and refraining from harm. The wife is advised to be patient and supplicate for her husband, continue to advise him kindly, and seek a way for the family to reunite. If advice does not work, some close relatives can be sought for help to remind him of his responsibility. Divorce is a last resort and should not be rushed into, especially when there are children involved, and careful consideration should be given before taking such a step.

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