Is it permissible for someone performing Hajj on behalf of a deceased person to receive money as wages for their effort, in addition to transportation, food, and drink expenses?
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It is permissible for the agent performing Hajj to take the agreed-upon payment, even if it exceeds his expenses. It is legislated for him to intend to do good and perform acts of worship in the Sacred Precinct (), not merely to seek money.
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