Darul Iftaa Mahmudiyyah

What is the Islamic stance on polygyny?

· 15 Safar 1422 AH1 min readFatwa 2722English

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What is the Islamic stance on polygyny?

Answer

According to Shari'a, a Muslim male may have four wives simultaneously with the condition of maintaining equality among all his wives. Therefore, in principle, you can remarry without divorcing your wife.

However, in order to avoid bitter feelings to your present wife, you should first discuss your intentions of remarrying with wisdom. That will save you from the negative consequences of betrayal, etc. being possibly expressed by her upon her discovering your secret remarriage.

and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best

Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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