Who is eligible to receive Zakat? Allah has stated in the Holy Quran (chapter 9, verse 60) that there are eight categories of people who have the right to receive Zakat: People who are in complete poverty and have nothing. People who have some wealth, but not enough to meet their basic needs. The people who collect Zakat to distribute to the poor and needy. People who are sympathetic towards Islam or wish to enter to Islam, and are needy. Zakat may be used to free a person from slavery. Zakat can be given to those who are in debt and unable to pay off their debt. The people who work in God’s way and strive to give Dawah. Travellers and/or wayfarers who are needy. Am I allowed to give my Zakat to my family members? Zakat can only be given to people who fall into the categories stated in the Quran (chapter 9, verse 60). Thus, if family members come under these categories, then you are able to give them Zakat. However, if the family members are dependent upon you, then you are not able to give them Zakat. Can I give Zakat to those who are in Debt? Yes, those in debt who are unable to pay off their debt are eligible to receive Zakat as stated in the categories of people who have to right to receive Zakat (Quran: chapter 9, verse 60). Can I pay my Zakat directly to individuals? Zakat may be given directly to the individuals who are eligible to receive it, or otherwise you can give your Zakat to the organisations who work to distribute Zakat. The contributor should use his/her best possible judgement to find the most deserving beneficiaries based on the eight categories. Am I allowed to spread my Zakat money between different charities? Yes you can, as long as you ensure that the charities you donate to will distribute your Zakat to the eligible recipients - Directzakah.org
Posted on: Wed, 05 Jun 2013 10:54:20 +0000
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