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How Are The 3 Lunar Months Counted For ʿIddah?
Author: Bint Suleman Published Date: January 12, 2022 Leave a Comment on How Are The 3 Lunar Months Counted For ʿIddah?
If the woman was divorced on the 1st of the month, then all agree that she will count her 3 months by the sighting of the crescent (hilāl). Therefore, her ʿiddah can be 90, 89, or 88 days.
If she was divorced on any other day, then there is a difference of opinion regarding how to calculate the 3 lunar months