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Chapter 7 — Novelty in the Teachings of Muhammad 295 issue bible quran 7 Marriage to women No limit, hundreds permitted Only one, in excep- tional cases up to four 8 Covering the head Women must do so as the sign of her servitude Both should do so as a symbol of honour and dignity 9 Divorce No divorce lawful except in case of adultery Permitted though discouraged 10 Divorce by a woman Woman has no right Woman has equal right to divorce 11 Consent in marriage No provision Prerequisite 12 Divorcee Restrictions on her No restrictions on her 13 Widow Restriction on her No restrictions on her Spiritual Advancement of Man The third dimension that we have selected for this comparison comprises of teachings concerning spiritual progress of man and his relation with God as contained in different religions. The beginning, the end and the pinnacle of every religion is obtain- ing nearness to God. However, the question arises how is it to be