Q: Can zakaat or sadaqah be paid to a Muslim woman who is ‘married’ to a Shia. She will undoubtedly spend part of the money on items for her husband and children.
A: If you are sure that she is still a Muslim and has not become a Shia, then you can give her provided she is eligible for zakaat.
And Allah Ta’ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
Answered by:
Mufti Zakaria Makada
Checked & Approved:
Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)