The Preference Between Secret Charity and Charity as an Example

Question
Is it permissible to give charity publicly to encourage others to do so? Or is secret charity preferable?
Answer
I say, and with God's success: Both are good for which you will be rewarded. The principle of charity is to be secret, unless there is a greater benefit in showing it and setting an example for others. And God knows best.
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