Is it permissible to pay Zakat monthly in advance? Does the intention for Zakat suffice for the wife's money and jewelry? Does the husband receive a reward for paying his wife's Zakat with her knowledge and consent?
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It is permissible for one who possesses the to expedite the payment of before the completion of the hawl (one year). The intention () at the time of payment is a condition for giving zakat. It is not permissible to pay zakat on behalf of someone else except with their knowledge and authorization. Any amount exceeding the obligatory zakat is considered a voluntary charity (sadaqa) and is not counted as zakat.
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