Purify Your Fast & Share the Joy
Zakat Fitr is a beautiful obligation that cleanses us and ensures no one is left hungry on the day of Eid. Calculate and pay yours easily.
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Understanding Zakat Fitr
Zakat al-Fitr (or Fitrah) is a special charity paid by all Muslims at the end of the fasting month of Ramadhan. It is an obligation on every Muslim, young and old, male and female, as long as they have the means to do so.
The Obligation and Purpose
Based on the hadith narrated by Ibn ‘Umar, the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) enjoined the payment of one Sa’ of dates or one Sa’ of barley as Zakat al-Fitr. Its primary purpose is twofold: to purify the fasting person from any indecent act or speech and to help the poor and needy, ensuring they can also celebrate Eid al-Fitr joyfully.
Scholarly Consensus
- Amount: Equivalent to approximately 2.5 kg to 3.0 kg of staple food.
- Type: Traditionally paid as staple food (e.g., rice, wheat, dates).
- Paying in Cash: Many contemporary scholars permit paying the monetary equivalent, making it easier for recipients to buy what they need.
- Timing: Must be paid before the Eid prayer.