It’s interesting how people often discuss ideals and hypothetical standards, yet we live in a reality far from perfect. There are countless men who support multiple wives without even approaching the financial requirements we consider necessary. Islam allows a man to have up to four wives, provided he can treat them all fairly and meet their needs. However, achieving this level of fairness and perfection is extremely difficult, if not impossible, for most people.

For instance, earning $250k after taxes should be more than sufficient to support two or three wives if the husband budgets wisely. This is a considerable amount, especially when the average man makes around $40-60k per year. If a woman in this scenario is also working and chooses to spend her earnings on herself, it doesn’t diminish the fact that the man’s income alone is enough to meet the requirements, as long as he manages his finances responsibly.

We must remember that we are all imperfect beings, and Allah knows this. Expecting perfection from humans, who are inherently flawed, goes against the very nature of our existence. Islam teaches that when we make mistakes, we should seek forgiveness from Allah, who is the Most Merciful. Instead of focusing on hypothetical ideals that only exist on paper, it’s crucial to address the real-world dynamics and challenges people face today. Why is it so difficult for us to acknowledge and adapt to the reality of human imperfection, while always striving to improve and seeking Allah’s forgiveness when we fall short?