Everything You Need to Know About Zakat
The Prophet (saw) said,
'Islam has been built on five [pillars]: testifying that there is no god but Allah and that Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah, performing the prayers, paying the Zakah, making the pilgrimage to the House, and fasting in Ramadan.'
[Bukhari]
What is Zakat?
Zakat is a compulsory form of almsgiving, a fundamental act of worship and social responsibility. It is one of the five pillars of Islam, which are the most important obligations every Muslim must perform if eligible.
In summary, Zakat is calculated at 2.5% on most types of wealth, provided it exceeds the nisab threshold. It purifies wealth and ensures that those in need receive the support they deserve. You can calculate your Zakat quickly and easily using our handy Zakat calculator now.
But if you still have questions around giving Zakat, don't worry! We have put together a comprehensive contents page to help you learn everything you need to know about this important annual obligation, including how to pay Zakat, how to calculate Zakat, who is eligible for Zakat and the different types of Zakat.
Whether this is all completely new to you or you just need a refresher, our resources have been designed to give you the knowledge you need in an accessible and easy-to-understand format.
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Zakat Basics
- Zakat made easy
- A longer guide to Zakat
- Rules of Zakat
- A '100% Zakat' policy - the facts
- Zakat Calculator
- Why you should donate your Zakat to Muslim Hands
- Our top tips for giving Zakat
How and Where to Pay Zakat
- Zakat Fund
- UK Zakat Fund
- 10 causes you can give Zakat towards
- The rules of giving Zakat to water projects
- Why should we feed people?
- Why you should sponsor an orphan
How Much is Zakat al-Fitr? And Why do we Give It?
What you Need to Know Before you Give Sadaqah and Other Types of Charity
- Sadaqah the essential facts
- Benefits of Sadaqah Jariyah
- Rewards for giving Iftar
- Automate your charity in Ramadan using The Best 10 Nights tool
Give your Zakat through Muslim Hands
When you give Zakat through Muslim Hands, you can be assured that it will directly benefit some of the world’s most disadvantaged communities, providing them with essential aid and opportunities for a better future.
We handle your Zakat with the utmost care, ensuring it reaches eligible recipients quickly, securely, and in full accordance with Islamic principles. Your generosity has the power to transform lives—give today and make a lasting impact.
Muslim Hands is an award-winning charity, established in 1993 to provide emergency relief and tackle the root causes of poverty. We hope this index was useful to you - please share with friends and family, so they can benefit as well!
