Is it permissible to give zakat to a divorced wife for treatment of a serious illness that consumes the entire amount of zakat, thus depriving other poor people, keeping in mind that failure to help may lead to the father being accused of negligence and causing the mother's death?
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It is permissible to give zakat to a poor woman who is unable to afford the costs of treatment. The best approach is what serves the interest; if the interest lies in giving her the zakat, then give it all to her.
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