I am tempted to show off affection with my husband on social media so my co-wife feels it. Should I?

Displaying affection to hurt your co-wife is a way of winning that actually costs you in your religion and your dignity. That urge usually comes from a wound, not from wickedness, but responding that way only adds to the hostility and harms you yourself. Deliberately hurting a fellow believer's heart is not the character you want to bring before Allah. Instead of venting on social media, share your feelings with your husband or someone you trust, or in prayer. Protect the privacy of your marriage; real happiness does not need to be broadcast to be proven. If you feel provoked by the other side's posts, avoid taking the bait and limit your time on social media. Dignity guarded quietly is worth more. See relations between co-wives.

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This answer is general reference, not a fatwa. For your situation, consult the religious affairs office, a Syarie lawyer or your state Syariah Court.

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