Using zakaat funds for the upkeep of a graveyard

· 19 Safar 1438 AH1 min readEnglish
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Question

Is it permissible or advisable to use zakaat funds for the upkeep of the graveyard?

Answer

No.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

Answered by
Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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