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What is the ruling on divorcing a wife who refuses to wear the hijab, even though she is of good character, and would the husband be sinful if she remains married to him?

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The Sharia-compliant hijab is an obligation upon the Muslim woman. Her rejection of it under the pretext of not being ready is a mistake, and she must adhere to it immediately. The husband incurs sin for his wife's negligence and lack of adherence to the hijab if he leaves her and does not strive for change. Divorcing a wife who insists on displaying her adornment is better than keeping her, but if the husband fears the loss of the children, then it is preferable to retain her while striving to advise her and change the reprehensible act.

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