Is it permissible to pay my mother's zakat on her money in advance, given that she is afflicted with Alzheimer's, due to the presence of a needy case?
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The majority of scholars permit expediting before its due date (Hawl) if the wealth has reached the , especially in times of need. However, regarding expediting the Zakat on the wealth of a ward (Mahjur 'alayh), there is a difference of opinion. The more prudent approach is to not permit its expedition, in order to avoid disagreement.
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