Yes, a husband can drink his wife's breast milk in Islam.
According to Islamic teachings, specifically as explained by Ibn Qudamah in al-Mughni, drinking one's wife's milk has no effect on the marital relationship and does not create a mahram relationship. This means that the act of a husband drinking his wife’s breast milk doesn’t introduce any prohibitions or changes to their marital status.
Here's a breakdown:
- No Kinship Created: The act of breastfeeding usually creates a kinship (mahram) relationship. However, this rule applies specifically when an infant is breastfed, not when an adult, such as a husband, consumes breast milk.
- Marital Status Unaffected: Drinking breast milk in this context doesn't change the existing marital bond. The husband and wife remain married and their relationship is not altered.
- No Prohibitions: There are no prohibitions within Islamic law that would make it unlawful for a husband to drink his wife’s breast milk.
| Aspect | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Mahram Relation | Does not create a mahram relationship between husband and wife |
| Marital Status | Does not affect the existing marriage |
| Islamic Law | Not forbidden or prohibited in Islamic teachings |
| Source | Ibn Qudamah, in al-Mughni (9/201) |
Therefore, based on Islamic jurisprudence and the provided reference, it is permissible for a husband to consume his wife’s breast milk, as it has no legal implications on their marital status or familial relations.
