purpose of zakat

  • Islamic FinanceThe Eight Categories of Asnaf: Who Qualifies for Zakat Distribution? 

    The Eight Categories of Asnaf: Who Qualifies for Zakat Distribution? 

    Zakat, one of the five pillars of Islam, is a mandatory charitable contribution that purifies wealth and benefits those in need.   In the Quran, Allah said: “Zakāh expenditures are only for the poor and for the needy and for those employed for it1 and for bringing hearts together [for Islām] and for freeing captives [or slaves] and for those in debt…

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  • Muslim LifestylePractical Guide to Zakat Fitrah 

    Practical Guide to Zakat Fitrah 

    Zakat fitrah is one of the obligations for Muslims that must be carried out before the Eid al-Fitr holiday. Zakat-ul-Fitr plays an important role in cleansing the wealth and soul as well as helping those in need of food on Eid. In this guide, we will discuss the details of Zakat Fitrah, including the evidence from the Quran and Hadith…

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  • Islamic EconomicsThe Virtue of Charity in the Month of Ramadan 

    Implementation of The Zakat System in The Modern Era

    What is Zakat? Zakat is the third pillar of Islam, and it is one of the important pillars because relates to society and helps in the well-being public. Zakat term for taking part in treasures that have been required by Allah to be given to entitled groups to accept it. Condition mandatory Muslims giving zakat (Muzzaki) Muslim Baligh Sensible Assets owned…

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