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Waiting Period of Muslim Widows

  • When the husband of a wife passes away, the religion prescribes an iddah (mourning) period of four months and ten days for the wife.
  • There is no iddah period for the husband in the case of his wife dying.
  • During this time of iddah, it is suggested that the wife do not partake in unnecessary social activities.
  • The wife is allowed to perform mandatory tasks like working, depending on her circumstances.
  • Learned scholars must be consulted for more detail around the various interpretations of the above.