226. Those who swear not to go to their wives [537] should wait for four months. Then if they return to normal (relations), then surely, Allah is Most Forgiving, Ever Merciful [538].
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227. And if they decide firmly [539] to divorce, then surely, Allah is All-Hearing, All-Knowing.
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228. And the divorced women will remain in waiting for three menstrual courses [540]. And it is not lawful for them to conceal what Allah has created in their wombs [541], if they have faith in Allah and the Last Day. And the husband has more right to take them back if they want to reconcile [542]. And women shall have similar rights of equality as is due from them [543]. But men have a degree over them (in responsibility and authority) [544]. And Allah is Most Almighty, All-Wise.
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229. Divorce is twice [545]. Thereafter, (a woman) must be retained with kindness [546] or released with goodness. And it is not lawful for you to take back anything that you have given to them (wives) [547]. But, if both fear that they cannot maintain the limits of Allah, then there is no blame upon either of them for what she ransoms herself (549). These are the limits of Allah, so do not transgress them. And those who transgress the limits of Allah, it is they who are the unjust.
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230. Then, if she is divorced for the third time [550], then that woman will not be lawful to him until she marries another husband [551]. Then, if that second (husband) divorces her, there is no blame on them if they reunite [552], provided they observe the limits of Allah. And these are the limits of Allah, which He makes clear for those who possess knowledge.
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231. And when you have divorced women and they have completed their term, either retain them with kindness or release them [553] with kindness. And do not retain them to hurt them and commit aggression [554]. And whoever does so wrongs his own self [555]. And do not take the verses of Allah in jest [556], and remember the favor [557] of Allah upon you and what He has revealed to you of the Book and wisdom [558] to advise you. And fear Allah, and know that Allah is the Knower of all things [559].
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232. And when you have divorced women and their waiting period is complete, do not prevent them from marrying [560] their husbands if they agree among themselves in a rightful manner [561]. This instruction is for those among you who believe in Allah and the Last Day. This is purer and cleaner [562] for you. And Allah knows, and you do not know [563].
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233. And the mothers should breastfeed their children for two complete years [564], for whoever wishes to complete [565] the nursing period. And upon the father is the responsibility of the mothers' provision and clothing, according to what is acceptable [566]. No soul is burdened beyond its capacity. Neither should a mother be made to suffer because of her child nor should a father suffer because of his child [567]. The same duty is upon the father’s heir [568]. But if they both decide, by mutual consent and consultation, to wean, there is no sin [569] upon them. And if you wish to have your children nursed by someone else, there is no blame [570] on you, as long as you pay what you agreed upon in a fair manner [571]. And fear Allah and know that Allah is seeing what you do.
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234.Those of you who die [572] and leave wives behind. They (widows) should wait for a period (573) of four months and ten days, so when they complete their Iddat then, there is no blame (574) on you for what they do with regard to themselves according to (Islamic) (575) law. And Allah is fully aware of whatever you do.
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235. And there is no sin on you if you make a hint of proposal to such women or conceal it in your hearts. Allah knows that you will soon remember them. But do not make a hidden contract [576] with them, except that you speak in a recognized manner according to the law. And do not resolve on the marriage tie [577] until the prescribed term reaches its end. And know that Allah knows what is in your hearts [578], so beware of Him [579]. And know that Allah is Most Forgiving, Most Forbearing.
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237. And if you divorce them before touching them [584], but you have already set a dowry for them, then half of what you set is due. Unless the wives choose to forgive [585] or the one who holds the marriage tie gives more [586]. And if you give more, it is closer to righteousness [587]. And do not forget to treat each other kindly [588]. Surely, Allah is fully aware of what you do.
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238. Guard your prayers [589], especially the middle prayer [590]. And stand before Allah with sincere devotion [591].
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239. And if you fear (danger of enemy) (592), then establish prayer while on foot (593) or riding. Then when you are secure, remember Allah as He has taught you what you knew not.
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240. Those of you who die and leave behind wives should make a will [594] for their wives, ensuring their support [595] for one year, without expelling them. If they choose to leave, then you are not accountable [596] for what they do regarding themselves [597] in a lawful manner. And Allah is Almighty, All Wise.
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242. Thus, Allah makes clear to you His signs, so that perhaps you may understand [599].
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243.(O Beloved Prophet) Did you not observe those who went out of their homes [600] in their thousands, for fear of death [601]? Then Allah said to them, "Die!" [602] Then He brought them back to life. Surely, Allah is Most Gracious to people [603], but most of the people are ungrateful.
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244. And fight in the Way of Allah [604], and know that Allah is All-Hearing, All-Knowing.
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245. Who is it that will loan [605] to Allah a good loan [606], so that Allah may increase it for him many times [607]? And Allah restricts and expands [608]. And to Him you will return [609].
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246. (O Beloved Prophet) Did you not observe the group of the Children of Israel after Musa? When they said to a Prophet of theirs: "Appoint for us a king so that we may fight in the way of Allah." He said: "Perhaps if fighting is prescribed for you, you will not fight." They replied: "What is the matter with us that we should not fight in the way of Allah, while we have been driven out of our homes and our children?" But when fighting was prescribed for them, they turned away, except for a few of them. And Allah is All-Knowing of the unjust.
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247. And their Prophet said to them: "Surely, Allah has appointed Talut (Saul) [616] for you as a king." They said: "How can he have the right of kingship over us [617]? Whereas we are more entitled [618] to the kingship than he and he has not been given ample wealth." He (Talut) said: "Surely, Allah has chosen him [619] over you and has increased him [620] abundantly in knowledge and body. And Allah bestows His kingdom to whom He wills. And Allah is All-Encompassing, All-Knowing."
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