Question
When giving someone Zakaat, is it necessary to inform them that the money/goods are Zakaat?
Answer
It is not necessary to inform people that you are giving them Zakaat money. Your Zakaat will be discharged even if the poor persons are not told that the money is Zakaat. At the time of making a Zakaat payment, it is necessary to have the niyyat (intention) of Zakaat.
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- themajlis.co.za
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- The Majlis Vol 20 No 05
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- 2
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