Am I obligated to pay Zakat on my wealth for last year, knowing that I did not pay it due to my need for the money for marriage expenses? And is it permissible for me to count the amount I pay monthly to my deceased brother's children as part of my Zakat?
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You must pay the for the past year immediately, as delaying it beyond its due time without a legitimate Shar'i excuse is not permissible. Money saved for marriage does not waive the obligation of Zakat if it reaches the and a full hawl (lunar year) has passed on it. It is permissible to count the amount you pay to your deceased brother's children from Zakat, provided they are poor.
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