What is the ruling when the husband converts to Islam before his wife?

Chapter on Marriage of Polytheists

Al-Mughni

Book of Marriage

Book 35 · Issue 2 · Bab 3

Open in Qurani

Primary text

If the husband converts before the wife, he must offer her Islam. If she accepts, the marriage stands. If she refuses, separation occurs. If the wife is absent, separation occurs immediately.

Supporting text

If the wife converts before the husband, the ruling is contingent upon the expiration of her waiting period, similar to the primary scenario discussed.