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Family / Divorce2:228–237Juz 2 · 10 verses

Divorce, Waiting Periods, and Fair Treatment

Gives rules for divorce, waiting periods, reconciliation, nursing children, dowry, and fair treatment between husband and wife.

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Family / Justice4:127–130Juz 5 · 4 verses

Women, Orphans, and Fair Treatment in Families

Gives more guidance about treating women and orphan girls fairly, especially in marriage, family duties, and separation if peace cannot be kept.

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Law / Family33:1–6Juz 21 · 6 verses

Adopted Children and the Prophet's Household

The Prophet ﷺ must follow revelation, not disbelievers and hypocrites. Wives declared 'mothers' are not mothers, adopted sons keep their fathers' names, the Prophet's wives are like mothers to believers, and relatives inherit first.

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Law / Family65:1–7Juz 28 · 7 verses

Rules for Divorce and the Waiting Period

Gives rules for divorce: count the waiting period, do not expel wives from their homes, bring witnesses, and provide for pregnant and nursing women. Promises a way out to those who fear Allah.

WomenChildrenMarriageDivorceJusticeWealth & GreedDivine Decree (Qadar)