Is a wife entitled to take money from her husband without his knowledge, given that she paid off a debt for him and he refused to give her her salary?
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If your husband owes you money and refuses to give it to you, it is permissible for you to take it from his wealth without his knowledge, provided you are secure from harm. This is known as the issue of "al-Zafar" (taking one's right by force).
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