What is the ruling on a marriage where one spouse was in the waiting period ('Iddah) at the time of conversion, or if the dispute arises during her 'Iddah?

Chapter on Marriage of Polytheists

Al-Mughni

Book of Marriage

Book 35 · Issue 3 · Bab 3

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If they entered a marriage while the woman was observing her 'Iddah, or if they bring the dispute during her 'Iddah, they must be separated because initiating marriage to her during that period is impermissible. If the affirmation is sought after the expiration of the 'Iddah, the marriage is affirmed due to the permissibility of initiating the marriage then.