Dr. Mustafa Khattab, the Clear Quran - 4:19

Translation for 4:19

O believers! It is not permissible for you to inherit women against their will1 or mistreat them to make them return some of the dowry ˹as a ransom for divorce˺—unless they are found guilty of adultery.2 Treat them fairly. If you happen to dislike them, you may hate something which Allah turns into a great blessing.

Foot notes

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 For example, a man would prevent a female relative (such as his sister or mother) from getting married so he can secure her estate for himself.

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 lit., blatant misconduct. If someone’s wife has been found guilty of adultery, he has the right to ask for his dowry back.