Fiqih

Zakat is the third pillar of Islam, defining a mandatory financial obligation for every qualifying Muslim to donate a specific portion of their wealth to those in need. Linguistically, the Arabic word “zakat” signifies purification, growth, blessing, and cleanliness. In Islamic jurisprudence, this practice serves a dual purpose: it purifies the soul of the giver from greed and selfishness, while simultaneously cleansing their accumulated wealth by separating the rightful share belonging to the less fortunate.