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What is the ruling on offering a sacrifice on behalf of a living person without their permission, and what is the ruling if they refuse it after becoming aware of it?

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It is not permissible to offer a sacrifice (udhiyah) on behalf of a living person unless with their permission, because it is an act of worship that requires intention, and the general rule is that it should not be performed on behalf of another unless there is evidence permitting it.

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