Sunan an-Nasa'i #3420
The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.
Context
In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ addresses a situation involving a woman who has been divorced by her husband and subsequently married another man who also divorced her before consummation. The question arises whether she can return to her first husband. The Prophet's response emphasizes the importance of the second marriage being consummated before she can return to her first husband, highlighting the sanctity and seriousness of marital bonds.
Modern Application
This principle can be applied in today's context by understanding the importance of commitment in relationships. It serves as a reminder that marriage is a serious commitment that should be approached with care and respect, and that decisions regarding relationships should be made thoughtfully.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Marriage and Spousal Rights because it discusses the conditions under which a woman can return to her first husband after a divorce.
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About Sunan an-Nasa'i
This hadith is #3420 from Sunan an-Nasa'i, in the Book of The Book of Divorce. It is graded Sahih and narrated by It was narrated from Ibn 'Umar that the Prophet said, concerning a man who had a wife and he divorced her, then she married another man who divorced her before consummating the marriage with her, and (it was asked) whether she could go back to her first husband:.