Paying Someone Else's Debt with Maaser Money

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Is it permissible to pay someone else's debt with maaser money? Insurance debt. Thank you.

Answer

Hello,

If the person with the debt is considered 'poor' and eligible to receive charity, it is permissible to pay their debt with maaser money.

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