<![CDATA[The differences in the patterns of resolving nusyūz in QS. al-Nisā’ (4):34 and (4):128 indicate an asymmetry in the mechanisms of admonition between husbands and wives. QS. al-Nisā’ (4):34 presents a sequence of wa‘ẓ, hajr fī al-maḍāji‘, and ḍarb, whereas QS. al-Nisā’ (4):128 emphasizes iṣlāḥ and ṣulḥ. These differences have the potential to produce a hierarchical construction of marital relations when understood literally without considering the broader objectives of family formation. This study aims to analyze the differences in the patterns of admonition presented in the two verses and critically examine them from the perspective of Jamāluddīn ‘Aṭiyyah’s theory of maqāṣid al-usrah. This study employs a qualitative approach using library research with a descriptive-critical method, through an analysis of the verses and the interpretations of both classical and contemporary exegetes. The findings indicate that differences in the mechanisms of resolving nusyūz do not necessarily signify injustice; rather, they should be directed toward common objectives, namely preserving family integrity, realizing sakinah, mawaddah, and raḥmah, protecting the dignity of both spouses, and preventing harm. Therefore, the resolution of nusyūz should ideally be oriented toward restoring marital relations, fostering communication, promoting reconciliation, and realizing mutual welfare. The novelty of this study lies in its comparative reading of QS. al-Nisā’ (4):34 and 128 as a unified relational issue, utilizing maqāṣid al-usrah as a critical lens to address the asymmetry in admonition patterns, rather than merely comparing methods for resolving nusyūz. Theoretically, the study extends the application of ‘At}iyyah’s maqāsid al-usrah framework to the analysis of gender relations and corrective mechanisms within the family; practically, it proposes an approach to resolving nusyūz that prioritizes relationship restoration, mutual consultation, reconciliation, and the prevention of violence in family life.]]>
