Is it permissible to encourage the aunt to stay in the relatives' house and urge her to seek a divorce from her husband who has taken another wife, neglects her, and seizes her money, especially since she is ill?
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1. The Sharia obligates the husband to provide housing, clothing, and sustenance for his wife.
2. A polygamist husband must be just among his wives in sustenance, clothing, and lodging, and he is warned against injustice between them.
3. It is not permissible for the husband to take his wife's salary except with her consent and good will, and she has the right to own her money.
4. If the husband violates these obligations, the wife has the option of being patient or seeking her rights through the Sharia courts. If he does not rectify his situation, she may request a divorce.
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