An Islamic cleric has painted how painful the crash of any marriage is to God.
According to Mallam Musa Da’ud, National Coordinator, Islamic Family Foundation, the Koran, Sunnah of Prophet Mohammed and the Hadith guide divorce, adding that Allah was extremely reluctant in allowing divorce.
“The Hadith says of all things permitted for a Muslim to do, it is divorce that is reluctantly granted by Allah. For every case of divorce, the throne of Allah held by more than 70, 000 angels will shake because of the consequences of it (divorce).
“So, it is not something to be rushed into or to be proud about because of its consequences.
“When there is crisis, Islam tilts towards reconciliation and mediation rather than going to court.
“It is when communication has finally broken down and life is being threatened then divorce is allowed, ” Da’ud said.
The information is contained in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria, which is also part of a feature story by NAN’s Joy Kaka.
Divorce can lead to a hard time for spouses and both families. It’s imperative that Muslim couples understand how to get an Islamic divorce, as it is a very serious issue that has very clear guidelines within the faith. This article will go over these guidelines and tell you how to get an Islamic divorce.
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How to get an Islamic divorce:
Step 1 Think carefully about the divorce. Is it necessary?
2 Get an arbiter.
3 If all else fails, file for divorce.
4 Observe the waiting period of three months, or ‘iddah. The Qur’an says, “O Prophet! Instruct the believers: When you intend to divorce women, then divorce them with concern for their waiting period, and count it accurately… Do not force them out of their homes, nor should they leave—unless they commit a blatant misconduct… Then when they have almost reached the end of their waiting period, either retain them honourably or separate from them honourably. And call two of your reliable men to witness either way—and let the witnesses bear true testimony for the sake of Allah.”
5 Decide who gets the child custody.
6 Finalise the divorce after the ‘iddah. This is encouraged to do in the presence of two witnesses. After this, the wife is free to remarry.
It is discouraged to have a yo-yo relationship, nor engage in blackmail.
SOURCE: WikiHow
