Forcing someone to divorce his second wife is an act of oppression.
Mufti Mamunur Rashid Qasemee · 8 November 2026 · about 2 min read
Who could be greater oppressors than a wife and her family who use the fear of legal action, lawsuits, and threats to force a man to divorce his second wife? The wife is being oppressive, and the husband is being cowardly. Men who are afraid of their wives or society should please never consider marrying more than one woman.
A question for a wife and her family
Is it justice to force someone to divorce his second wife by threatening him with legal action, lawsuits, or social pressure?
If a husband decides to divorce his second wife willingly, based on his own conscience, personal judgment, or genuine reasons, that is one thing. But forcing someone into such a decision through intimidation, threats, and psychological abuse is an entirely different matter.
The second wife has rights too
Just as a woman's rights deserve respect and protection, the second wife also deserves dignity, respect, and fair treatment.
The first wife may experience pain, resentment, or disagreement. However, those feelings do not give anyone the right to destroy another woman's life, marriage, and future. The law should be used as an instrument of justice, not as a weapon for personal revenge or for forcing someone to act according to one's wishes.
The husband's responsibility is just as great
However, the husband's responsibility is equally significant. If a man chooses to marry more than one woman, he must have the courage to accept the responsibilities, uphold justice, and face the consequences of his decision.
If he cannot protect the rights of both women and instead gives in to social fear or pressure from his first wife, leaving another woman's life in uncertainty, it reflects cowardice.
Remember
Marrying a second wife is not simply about fulfilling one's personal desires. It involves the rights, emotions, dignity, and future of multiple individuals.
A sincere request
To men who lack the courage to withstand pressure from their wives, families, or society: please do not choose polygamy. When a man fails to take responsibility for his own decisions, it is often an innocent woman who ends up paying the heaviest price.
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