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It is best that it be given one or two days before the 'Id prayer, meaning that it should be given on the twenty-ninth day of Ramadan onwards; al-Bukhari records, 'They would give Zakah al-Fitr a day or two before the feast of end of the fast (called in Arabic Id al ditr)
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 11y agoZakat ulfitr (or zakah al fitr) is obligatory upon the Muslim, male or female; whether a slave or free, if he finds that he/she has a surplus of property after having catered for his core needs on the day and night of 'Id such as food, shelter, clothes etc. He must give this on his own behalf and on behalf of all Muslims who are dependent upon him, whether young or old, free or a slave, provided that the dependent is not able to give the zakah on his or her own behalf. If they are able, it is better that they give on their own behalf due to the generality of the address that the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, gave to the Muslims.
With regard to the young and insane, it should be paid on their behalf by their legal guardian from their own wealth if they have wealth, or if not, they take the ruling of those who are unable to pay on their own behalf. If a woman is the head of the household, she must pay on her own behalf and for her dependents as previously explained.
The meaning of 'dependent' is the person on whom it is a duty upon another to provide for. If someone were to give on behalf of a dependent who is a disbeliever, there may be no harm in this in accordance to the Hanafi school.
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∙ 11y agoIt is best for Zakah al-Fitr to be given to the poor and indigent. They are the first two categories of the eight to whom Zakah is normally given to. This is due to his (peace and blessings be upon him) saying, '…and as food for the indigent'. The majority of scholars are of the opinion that Zakah al-Fitr is not to be given to non-Muslims.
It is possible for a person to give his and his dependents Zakah al-Fitr to one person just as it is possible that the Zakah al-Fitr of one person be distributed amongst a number of indigent people.
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Is it zakah or zakat?
its either zakat or zakah. It is an Arabic word written in Arabic as زكاة
Why zakat ulfitr or zakah al fitr is ruled out?
This was explained by the noble Companion, 'Abdullah bin 'Abbas when he said, 'The Messenger of Allah, may Allah praise and send peace and blessings upon him, obligated Zakah al-Fitr to serve as purification for the one fasting for any vain speech or indecent behaviour; and also to serve as food for the indigent.
How is zakat given?
Zakah is obligatory on Muslims who owns wealth equivalent or more the nisab level. It is 85g pure gold or 595g pure silver or money equivalent to gold/silver. Rate of zakah is 2.5% paid yearly, based on lunar year. This is the basics of Zakah. It should given to poor people such a way that the same person do not qualify to receive zakah the following year (not poor enough to receive it). A significant amount should be give to an individual so the person is be able help him/her self. Zakah should be collected by the state or community then given to poor so, that the giver of zakah do not know the receiver of zakah; to ensure the dignity and self-respect of the receiver
What is the point of zakah?
Paying Zakat is the fourth pillar of Islam. It must be paid if it is due.
What is sadaqah-ul-Fitr?
Sadqah tu-Fitr is the name of the amount of charity which the Muslims must give to the poor during or at the end of the month of Ramazan. It is in a way thanksgiving as well. In this way the Muslims help the poor Muslims so that they and their children should also celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr happily. It should be paid during the last week of Ramazan, however it could be paid in the morning of Eid. It is equal to about two kilograms of wheat or its price per each member of the family, even the child that takes birth on that day. This is the lowest rate. It should be preferably given to poor relatives, neighbors.
When was zakat made compulsory?
After adoption of Islam by Hazrat Muhammad (SM). Zakah (zakaat) is one of the basic pillars of Islam. Imaan, Namaz. Roja, Hazz, Zakaat
How is zakah distributed?
Zakat is the Fourth Pillar of Islam. It is also a duty of a Muslim sister or brother. When you donate your Zakat, it will hopefully be distributed to the less fortunate or the poor. It includes: young childern, adults, elderly people, disabled, etc. May Allah (SWT) give blessings to those who give Zakat and help those in need. Ameen.
How many sheep can you pay zakat on?
Sheep has 5 taxable limits: * The 1st taxable limit is 40, and its Zakat is one sheep. And as long as the number of sheep does not reach 40, no Zakat is payable on them. * The 2nd taxable limit is 121, and its Zakat is 2 sheep * The 3rd taxable limit is 201, and its Zakat is 3 Sheep * The 4th taxable limit is 301, and its Zakat is 4 Sheep * The 5th taxable limit is 400 and above, and in this case calculation should be made in hundreds, and one sheep should be given as Zakat for each group of 100 sheep. And it is not necessary that Zakat should be given from the same sheep. It will be sufficient if some other sheep are given, or money equal to the price of the sheep is given as Zakat.
Can Pakistani zakat be given to Muslims in other countries?
Yes, of course it can.
Can i give zakat to my wife's mother?
Not ususally because a son-in-law is legally responsible (Islamically) for supporting his mother-in-law. Zakat can only be given to family members if the entire family is destitute.
How the Shariah governing system of ZAKAT is a blessing for mankind?
Zakat is an obligatory duty for every Muslim if he/she is not poor. The purpose of zakat is so that it ensures that the poor are being given money so they can eat and live. Zakat is at least 2.5% of your annual earnings that should be given. Its a blessing because people are being KIND and HELPFULL to those who are poor and blessing them with food, money, etc.Thus their are very little inconsiderate people.
What are the different ways Muslims perform zakat?
There are the mandatory zakat which is 2 1/2% of ones yearly savings paid to a masjid or Islamic organization for distribution. Then there is voluntary charity called sadaqat which can be paid to anyone, at any time in any amount. Even a smile of kind deed can be sadat. Then there is zakatul fitr which is the charity given at the end of Ramadan or day of the Eidul Fitr (Feast of Fastbreaking) to purify ones fast and ask that it be accepted. The nisab (amount) is usually $10 per family member. Hope this helps
