What are the boundaries for a wife's interaction with her male relatives in Islam, and what should be the nature of maintaining kinship ties with them, especially in the context of playful banter via social media? Is feeling jealousy in these situations a right or an overreaction? And what should the husband do if the wife does not heed his discomfort regarding this matter?
A woman is obligated to treat her non-mahram relatives as strangers. Thus, she must avoid seclusion (khalwa) with them, refrain from displaying her adornments, and avoid speaking in a soft and alluring manner. Communication with them over the Internet should be limited to necessity, without any suspicion. It is not permissible for a young woman to joke or use an alluring tone when addressing them, due to the potential for fitna (temptation). The husband must clarify the religious ruling to her and prevent her from being negligent, and she is obligated to obey him.
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