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for you andmore chaste.Allah knows, but you do not.
Mothers shall give suck to their children for two whole years for him
who wishes the sucking to be completed. They must be maintained and
clothed in a reasonable manner by the father of the child. None should
be charged with more than one can bear. A mother should not be
allowed to suffer on account of her child, nor should a father on
account of his child. The same duties devolve upon the father's heir.
But if, after consultation, they choose by mutual consent to wean the
child, they shall incur no guilt. Nor shall it be any offence for you if you
prefer to have a nurse for your children, provided that you pay her what
you promise, according to usage. Have fear of Allah and know that He
is cognizant of all your actions.
And those of you who die and leave wives behind, such wives should
keep in waiting for four months and ten days after their husband's
death.
When they have reached the end of their waiting period, it shall be no
offence for you to let them do whatever they choose for themselves,
provided that it is lawful.Allah is cognizant of what you do.
It shall be no offence for you openly to propose marriage indirectly to
such women or to cherish them in your hearts. Allah knows that you
will remember them. Do not arrange to meet them in secret and, if you
do, speak to them honourably. But you shall not consummate the
marriage before the end of their waiting period. Know that Allah has
knowledge of all your thoughts. Therefore take heed and bear in mind
thatAllah is Forgiving andMerciful.
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