Quran Page 36: The Sanctity of Marriage and the Ethics of Divorce (Surah Al-Baqarah 225-230)

📖 About Surah Al-Baqarah (Page 36)

Page 36 addresses the weight of our words and the complexities of domestic life. It begins by clarifying that Allah does not hold us accountable for unintentional oaths, but rather for what our hearts truly intend. The page then moves into the laws of Ila' (swearing off marital relations) and the detailed procedures for divorce (Talaq). These verses establish the 'Iddah (waiting period) for women and the conditions under which a couple may reconcile or choose to part in a "good manner." It concludes with the specific ruling regarding a third divorce and the requirements for remarriage between the same parties.

🕌 Arabic Text (Page 36)

 

🌍 English Translation (Sahih International)

Verse 225: Allah does not impose blame upon you for what is unintentional in your oaths, but He imposes blame upon you for what your hearts have earned. And Allah is Forgiving and Forbearing.

Verse 226: For those who swear or abstinence from their wives is a waiting time of four months, but if they return [to them] - then indeed, Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.

Verse 227: And if they decide on divorce - then indeed, Allah is Hearing and Knowing.

Verse 228: Divorced women remain in waiting for three periods, and it is not lawful for them to conceal what Allah has created in their wombs if they believe in Allah and the Last Day. And their husbands have more right to take them back in this [period] if they want reconciliation. And due to the wives is similar to what is expected of them, according to what is reasonable. But the men [i.e., husbands] have a degree over them [in responsibility and authority]. And Allah is Exalted in Might and Wise.

Verse 229: Divorce is twice. Then [after that], either keep [her] in an acceptable manner or release [her] with good treatment. And it is not lawful for you to take anything of what you have given them unless both fear that they will not be able to keep [within] the limits of Allah. But if you fear that they will not keep [within] the limits of Allah, then there is no blame upon either of them concerning that by which she ransoms herself. These are the limits of Allah, so do not transgress them. And whoever transgresses the limits of Allah - it is those who are the wrongdoers.

Verse 230: And if he has divorced her [for the third time], then she is not lawful to him afterward until [after] she marries a husband other than him. And if the latter husband divorces her [or dies], there is no blame upon the woman and her former husband for returning to each other if they think that they can keep [within] the limits of Allah. These are the limits of Allah, which He makes clear to a people who know.

Source: Sahih International Translation

💡 Vocabulary & Tajwid Insights

Arabic Word	Meaning / Context
Al-Laghu (اللَّغْوِ)	Unintentional / idle speech (referring to oaths).
Qurū' (قُرُوءٍ)	Menstrual periods / purity periods (the waiting timeframe).
Tajwid Rule	Ghunnah Mushaddadah: In Verse 225, note "Innallāha" (إِنَّ اللَّهَ). The Shaddah on the Noon requires a 2-count nasal sound. In Verse 230, observe the Madd al-Muttasil in "Shā'a" (شَاءَ) if applicable, or more commonly "ash-Shāhir" types—ensure the long vowel is held for 4-5 counts when followed by a Hamza.

⚠️ Note: Tafsir/Explanation of the Quran should be learned under the tutelage of those certified (upholding Ijazah) to do so to ensure correct understanding and context.

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