What is the importance of Iddat?

The object of the iddat is firstly to ascertain whether the wife is pregnant, and if so, the paternity of the child. Secondly, in the event of a revocable divorce, it gives the husband the opportunity to return to his wife, and thirdly, it gives a widow the opportunity to mourn the death of her husband.

What are the conditions of Khula?

It is important to highlight that in order for a married woman to obtain a Khula, the Shariah Council must be satisfied there is a valid reason for an Islamic divorce to be granted. A valid reason covers matters such as adultery, domestic violence and other aspects of immoral behaviour.

What does the Quran say about widows?

“You are not answerable if you make a reference of asking for marrying a widow or hiding it in your hearts. Allah knows that you will take care of them. But do not make a commitment with them secretly.

What is Iddah in English?

2 Answers. 2. 4. The English term would be the Christian equivalent: mourning. Iddah could be quickly described as “Islamic mourning” or “Islamic widow’s mourning”.

What is the objective of iddat in Muslim law?

In Islam, iddah or iddat (Arabic: العدة‎; period of waiting) is the period a woman must observe after the death of her spouse or after a divorce, during which she may not marry another man. Its purpose is to ensure that the male parent of any offspring produced after the cessation of a nikah (marriage) would be known.

Why do you have to observe the iddat period?

The reason behind observing iddat period is to ascertain whether the woman is pregnant or not and to acknowledge the certainty of paternity. Iddat period varies in different cases

When is iddat required in a marriage contract?

Once the period of four months and ten days has completed, a marriage contract can be finalized containing time and place for marriage rituals. It is compulsory to observe iddat period in the same house where the woman was residing permanently at the time of her husband’s death or in case of dissolution of marriage.