Is it permissible for a woman to remain with a husband who does not pray, does not pay zakat, and does not adhere to the commands of the religion, such as the hijab, and who admits that he does not love her, given that there is a daughter and the fear of ruin in the event of divorce?
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If the husband denies the obligation of prayer, or , or , then he is an apostate and must be separated from. However, if he acknowledges their obligation but neglects them due to laziness, or stinginess, or shyness, he does not become an apostate by that. He should be advised and urged to repent. If he does not repent, then you should seek a divorce or raise your matter to an Islamic center. The custody of the daughter is your right as long as you do not remarry. Before seeking a divorce, weigh the harms of divorce against its benefits.
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