Taking husbands wealth without his permission
Question
Can a wife take her husband's money without his permission?
Answer
If he is fulfilling all her needs and requirements, she should not take his wealth without his permission.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Zakaria Makada
- Checked & approved by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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