What is the ruling regarding reconciliation if the husband later affirms the wife's claim about the divorce timing?

General Chapter

Al-Mughni

Book of Maintenance (Nafaqāt)

Book 46 · Issue 6 · Bab 1

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Primary text

If the husband later affirms the wife's statement (that the divorce occurred post-delivery), his right of reconciliation is nullified, and maintenance becomes obligatory upon him.

Supporting text

This ruling applies in the apparent judicial ruling (Dahir Al-Hukm). However, between the individual and Allah, the determination depends upon what each knows of the true state of affairs, irrespective of what was declared.