Neglect to 2nd wife and not being just
Question:
I came across an article on the internet concerning 2nd wives and wanted to know more since it’s not that common in Trinidad. Can you tell me what’s the punishment if a man has two wives and neglects the 2nd wife and does not treat her equal to the first wife. Thankyou.
Answer:
Assalaamu Alaikum,
Regarding this, the Prophet (SA) is reported to have said, ‘When a man has two wives and he does not deal equitably between them, he will come on the Resurrection Day with a side hanging down’. (Tirmizi, Abu Dawood, Nasai)
And Allah knows best,
Mufti Waseem Khan.