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I heard a scholar claim that Imam Ali divorced Aisha from Prophet Muhammad (s) after the Battle of Jamal. How credible is this information? Could you provide strong and reliable references to support this claim?

Rebecca Masterton

The Battle of the Camel took place the moment that Imam 'Ali (as) was voted in as caliph, approximately twenty-five years after the Holy Prophet (s) had passed away, so it would not have been possible for Imam 'Ali (as) to divorce 'A'isha from the Prophet (s).

Year of the Holy Prophet's (s) passing: 11 AH.

Year of the Battle of the Camel: 36 AH

What does Sharia say in Shia Islam if a person divorces his wife for any reason and later both realize they want to reconcile after completing the required waiting period?

Bismihi ta'āla

They do a new nikah, and remarry.

I would advise that they address their previous issues, so as to not repeat them again.

And Allah knows best

I married a man 10 years ago. After 6 years, he pronounced divorce thrice in one sitting. During the Iddah, we had no Ruju. Two years later, I did Nikah with another man, but there was no consummation. Is it permissible to remarry my first husband?

Bismihi ta'āla

I am not sure what madhhab you and your husband are, as there are different laws in the Shi'i madhhab regarding divorce.

Please refer to your local scholar for information.

And Allah knows best

Is male medical castration permissible if a wife has refused intimacy for a year? I fear divorce and losing my son but feel unloved and lacking in confidence. What are my options?

Bismihi ta'āla

No, it is not permissible.

If wife refuses intimacy, this is haram for her, she become nāshizah, and it is grounds for divorce, if she persists.

Why would you lose your son. Sharing custody, and being civil about it is very important and to the benefit of both sides.

Marriage counselling and mediation is also very important.

And Allah knows best