Question:

Assalam Alaikum
My question is about the compensation for abortion. My wife and I have been married for about one and half years. Throughout our marriage we have had many fights and arguments, we have wronged each other many times and even threaten to divorce several time. Till about four month ago in the midst of our struggles with each other, my wife became pregnant. Since the pregnancy she and we became more angry and frustrated with each other. At that point, my wife had placed in the back of mind that if things didn't get better between us then she would abort the child. And that is what she did. Now I feel equally guilty of this crime of ignorance and I am very shameful of. I am worried about this outcome. 
My questions is that what can I do to pay a recompense for my sin and what should my life with my wife should be like?
I want to know if there is anything I can do in terms of ruling of the Holy Book Al-Quran and Hadith. I am waiting for your answers.
Jasak Allah Kear.

Ahmed Osman, USA

Aanswer:

WaAlaikum Assalam and thanks for contacting brother Ahmad Osman!

What happened was grave and should have been avoided. The way out is true repentance. Now be really kind and loving each other. You, as husband, are to be more responsible and caring. Don't (and never) treat your wife as an object of joy. She is your partner in establishing a good family. That should be the purpose and every effort made for. Remember, the Prophet (Sall Allah-o-alaihe wa Sallam) said: "the best among you is one who is good with his family (wife and children)". Above all, be regular in your prayers, read and follow the Qur'an and the teachings of the Prophet (Sall Allah-o-alaihe wa Sallam). That will help you rehabilitate.
Wassalam,

 

M. Haq

 

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