Second marriage
Question
My question regarding my husband's second marriage? Although Islam gave permission for that. But what if wife doesn't him to do that act?
Answer
The validity of his second marriage is not subject to the wife’s consent.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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