Recipients of Sadaqah
Question
Can Sadaqah be given to non-Muslims as well, or is it only allowed to be discharged to Muslims?
Answer
Nafl Sadaqah can be given to both Muslims and non-Muslims. Waajib Sadaqah can only be given to poor Muslims who are eligible to receive Zakaat. Zakaat, Sadaqatul Fitr, taking a vow to discharge a fixed amount in charity if a need is fulfilled, and the need is thereafter fulfilled, etc. fall in the category of Waajib Sadaqah.
- Answered by
- Mufti Mohammed Desai
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