Inheritance, Property Rights, Women and Orphans (4:7 – 4:10)

Women's Inheritance Rights [4:7] The men get a share of what the parents and the relatives leave behind. The women too shall get a share of what the parents and relatives leave behind. Whether it is a small or a large inheritance, (the women must get) a definite share. [4:8] During distribution of the inheritances, … Continue reading Inheritance, Property Rights, Women and Orphans (4:7 – 4:10)

Polygamy (4:3)

Grounds For Polygamy* [4:3] If you deem it best for the orphans, you may marry their mothers - you may marry two, three, or four. If you fear lest you become unfair, then you shall be content with only one, or with what you already have. Additionally, you are thus more likely to avoid financial … Continue reading Polygamy (4:3)

Parents (4:1)

[4:1] O people, observe your Lord; the One who created you from one being, and created from it its mate, then spread from the two many men and women. You shall regard GOD, by whom you swear, and regard the parents. GOD is watching over you.*  What does it mean to regard the parents? One … Continue reading Parents (4:1)

Women (4:1)

[4:0] In the name of God, Most Gracious, Most Merciful [4:1] O people, observe your Lord; the One who created you from one being, and created from it its mate, then spread from the two many men and women. You shall regard GOD, by whom you swear, and regard the parents. GOD is watching over … Continue reading Women (4:1)