What constitutes separation between the couple after intercourse during Ihram?

Chapter on What the Muhrim Must Avoid and What is Permissible for Him

Al-Mughni

Book of Hajj

Book 11 · Issue 2 · Bab 3

Open in Qurani

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Separation means that the couple should not ride together in the same conveyance (mahmal) nor alight together in the same tent (fustat) or similar dwelling. Ahmad specified that separation must occur in lodging, conveyance, and tentation, but they must remain near each other.