Is Zakat obligatory on a sum of $10,0 that the father bequeathed to the poor before his death, while he is still alive?
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As long as your father is alive, the on the money he willed becomes obligatory after a year has passed. You can pay it on his behalf with his permission. There is no disagreement among scholars regarding its obligation upon him, as the money is still his property.
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