Obedience to the Husband While He Refuses to Provide

Question
A husband lives with his wife, and there are disputes between them, and their marital relationship (intimacy) has been interrupted for more than five months. This husband does not give his wife any money; she eats from the household just like the children, and he does not provide her with clothing or give her money for her treatment, as she is employed and has her own money. Does this man still have authority over this woman?
Answer
I say, and with God's success: As long as you are his wife, he remains the one in charge over you, and you must obey him. If you are working, it is appropriate for you to help with the household expenses. You should take care of yourself and adorn yourself for your husband, and treat him well with all your energy, for this is the best of acts of devotion for you to God Almighty, and God knows best.
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