What is Zakat
Zakat, a form of charitable giving, is a pillar of Islamic practice aimed at aiding those in need. This mandatory act of generosity is incumbent upon every financially stable adult Muslim who possesses wealth beyond their personal requirements. The purpose of Zakat is to support the less fortunate, ensuring that they receive their rightful share of the community's resources
“The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) emphasized Zakat as a means to purify wealth, fostering equity and compassion within society. By fulfilling Zakat, Muslims contribute to the welfare of the less privileged, providing them with essential support for their well-being .” [Abu Dawud and Ibn Majah]
Your contribution to Zakat is a powerful means of effecting positive change, transforming lives and fostering a sense of communal responsibility. Join us in this noble endeavor to embody the spirit of compassion and solidarity through the practice of Zakat.
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ZAKAT AND ZAKAT-UL-FITR
The first difference lies in eligibility. Zakat-ul-Fitr is compulsory on all Muslims regardless of age or financial standing. The only exemption is for those who do not have one sa’ (approximately 2.6 – 3kg) of their staple food in excess of their needs. Because of the wider range of people who have to pay Zakat-ul-Fitr, it is the responsibility of the head of the household to pay for those under their care.
Thus, for children, this task is undertaken by their parents on their behalf. Zakat, on the other hand, compulsory for only for Muslims who meet the Nisaab values after all their yearly Zakatable earnings are calculated.
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WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR ZAKAT?
This means that Zakat donations cannot be given to just anyone. A husband cannot give his Zakat to his wife as he is already responsible for her, just as he is his children. A wife, though, is permitted to give Zakat to her husband, so long as he meets the relevant criteria – she must not benefit in any way from this donation (i.e. the husband using the funds to pay for a gift for his wife).
“Those eligible to receive Zakat can be placed into one of eight categories, which are:”