Wife financially supporting her husband
Question
If a man tries to work hard, goes to work each day, but still is not able to earn well to support his family, can his wife support him financially? What does Islam say regarding this?
Answer
Yes.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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