$100 - Zakat
What is Zakat?
Zakat is the third pillar of Islam; it is also an obligatory annual payment paid to Muslims in need. Zakat is not just for Ramadan it may be paid throughout the year; however, it is highly encouraged to give during the month of Ramadan.
Zakat can not be given to just anyone.
Those who are eligible
- The poor.
- The needy.
- Administrators of Zakat.
- Reconciliation of Hearts.
- Those in Bondage/Captive.
- Those in Debt.
- In the Cause of Allah.
- The Travelers.
Who is eligible for Zakat?
The Holy Qur’an determined who is eligible to receive Zakat, stating:
“As-Sadaqat (Zakat) are only for the Fuqara’ (poor), and Al-Masakin (the needy) and those employed to collect (Zakat funds); and for to attract the hearts of those who have been inclined (towards Islam); and to free the captives; and for those in debt; and for Allah’s Cause (i.e. for Mujahidun – those fighting in the holy wars), and for the wayfarer (a traveler who is cut off from everything); a duty imposed by Allah.”
And Allah is All-Knowing, All-Wise.