Giving interest money to one's helper
Question
1. Is it permissible to dispose of interest monies to ones helper?
2. What are some recommended ways to dispose of interest money?
Answer
1. Yes, it is permissible provided it is not given as remuneration for any service.
2. It may be given to any poor person without the intention of receiving any reward.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Zakaria Makada
- Checked & approved by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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