The basic principle is that Zakat must be paid in the form of the wealth on which it’s being paid. So cash for cash, animals for animals, crops for crops etc. Is exceptional cases where the person receiving it is not mature or mentally unsound and can’t handle money, then Zakat may be given in the form of essential goods that they may need. Zakat before the advent of Islam. The history of Zakat is the same as that of Salat (prayer). It is evident from the Qur’an that like Salat, the act of Zakat has always existed in the law of the previous prophets. All the followers of the religion of Ibrahim (Upon whom be peace) were fully aware of the concept of Zakat. Can you give examples of Zakat’s mention in these ways in the Quran? Yes. Allah says of Zakat in the very early Makkan surah Al-Muzzammil (The Mantle-Wrapped One) (73): Yet you shall duly establish the Prayer. And you shall give the Zakât-Charity, and therewith lend God a most goodly loan. Another group of scholars say for businesses, you should pay in advance. The way you would do this is by estimating how much business you will make and pay 2.5 percent. If you decide to pay Zakah daily, give a specific amount to one of the eight categories, but nobody but you and Allah should know that you are giving, since some will feel it Providing authentic Zakat campaigns is our first priority. We take this responsibility very seriously and each Zakat campaign is individually verified by a Zakat expert following our Zakat policy. If you have questions or concerns about the Zakat eligibility of a campaign or just want to say Salam, reach out to our Zakat Manager. There are five key practices that all Muslims are obligated to fulfil throughout their lifetime. These practices are referred to as pillars because they form the foundation of Muslim life. The five pillars of Islam are Shahada, Salah, Zakat, Sawm, and Hajj. WxaEo.

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