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Zakat Dispersion Shariah Compliant
“Zakat is only for the Fuqara’ (the poor), and Al-Masakin (the needy) and those employed to collect (the funds); and 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, and for the wayfarer (a traveler who is cut off from everything); a duty imposed by Allah. And Allah is All-Knower, All-Wise.” [Al-Quran 9:60]
According to Quran, Zakat is distributed among 8 asnaf (categories) of people:
  • Fuqara (poor) – One who has neither material possessions nor means of livelihood.
  • Masakin (needy) – One with insufficient means of livelihood to meet basic needs.
  • Amil – One who is appointed to collect zakat.
  • Muallaf – One who converts to Islam.
  • Riqab – One who wants to free himself from bondage or the shackles of slavery.
  • Gharmin – One who is in debt (money borrowed to meet basic, halal expenditure).
  • Fisabillillah – One who fights for the cause of Allah.
  • Ibnus Sabil – One who is stranded in journey.
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