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Dear Maryann,
We will pray for your sister and your family. Remind her that under Muslim law she has no rights and he is not obliged to honor anything he promises before marriage. Furthermore, he will be pressured by other Muslim men to control his wife and bring her into line with sharia law or there could be severe consequences for either of them. In the United States, there may be more leniency but in Iraq it could be dangerous.
I would also point out that a successful marriage requires more than love but compatibility on a number of levels, and religion and faith are fundamental.
Lastly, there is a book and movie by a woman who suffered a horrible abuse after her Muslim husband changed after marriage. She should read it.
Here are links that may be useful:
Not Without My Daughter, is one of the stories I was thinking of. You can also do a google search on women's rights in Islam and find more.
Peace,
Bob Kirby
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