Q:
My father died a long time ago, but my mother did not observe `Iddah (woman's prescribed waiting period after divorce or widowhood)
Please advise whether she has to pay expiation or not, given that she is still alive.
A:
A widow is obligated to observe `Iddah for four months and ten days following her husband's death. In case she is pregnant, her `Iddah ends when she delivers the baby. As your mother did not observe `Iddah in its proper time, either out of ignorance or otherwise, she does not have to pay expiation; she only has to make Tawbah (repentance to Allah), Istighfar (seeking forgiveness from Allah), and say Dhikr (Remembrance of Allah) frequently. (Part No. 20; Page No. 482) May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.
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