Paying maintenance to one's ex-wife who has left Islam
Question
Does one have to pay maintenance to his ex-wife who has left Islam for another religion?
Answer
No.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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