Question
my question is what is imam sahab opinion about the second marriage of husband without the permission of wife? is it ok for them? or they think permission is necessary?
Answer:
In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.
As-salāmu ‘alaykum wa-rahmatullāhi wa-barakātuhu
There are two aspects regarding the husband taking a second wife:
a) Shariah
b) Practicality
According to the Shariah, a man may have four wives at once on condition he maintains equality among all his wives as stipulated in Shariah. This is clearly mentioned in the Qur’aan. According to Shariah, a man may take a second wife without the permission of the first wife. However, from a practicality perspective, in order to maintain a harmonious relation, it is wise to talk the first wife into his intention of taking a second wife. Generally, if a man marries a second wife without discussing the issue with his first wife, his life become miserable and that causes a great amount of anxiety, stress and discomfort to his wife and dependants. One should therefore approach the matter of taking a second wife with diplomacy and wisdom by informing the first wife. This will lead to a more harmonious and successful marriage.
And Allah Ta’āla Knows Best
Mufti Umer Farooq Saleem