Cancelling the share of a co-wife beyond the age of child bearing
Q 2:
Is it true that if a Muslim has four wives and one of them becomes old, i.e. Experiences menopause, he only has to provide for her and
not to have sexual intercourse with her?
A:
He must provide for her housing, clothes and daily needs. As for dedicating a night to her like the rest of his wives, this is to be agreed upon between the two of them. If she accepts to concede her night to another wife, this will be fine, otherwise, he should dedicate a night to her or divorce her if (Part No. 19; Page No. 181) she asks for it. May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.