The objective of this book is to set out the basic rules of the Islamic Law of Divorce in a clear, concise and simple manner. Accordingly, technical terminology has been avoided from the body of the text wherever possible to facilitate understanding and easy reference.It is hoped that this work dispels some of the doubts that have arisen in regard to the law of divorce, and stimulate further research into this interesting field of Law.The second edition of this book incorporates further articles that were written by the author since publication of the first edition in 1983.My sincere thanks to all those who gave me valuable advice in the preparation of the text. Of particular mention are my colleagues DAWOOD KADWA and SHABBIR BANOOBHAI.May the Almighty accept this humble endeavour and render it a source of benefit to all.Mahomed Shoaib Omar