What is Zakat Al-Fitr (Fitrana)?
Zakat ul Fitr or Al-Fitr (also known as fitrana) is a charitable donation of food to be made before the Eid prayer, before the end of the month of Ramadan, for the love of Allah. Zakat ul-Fitr is obligatory for any self-sufficient adult Muslim who has food in excess of his needs, on behalf of himself and his dependents.
Ibn `Abbas (may Allah be pleased with him) reported:
"The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) has decreed Zakat ul Fitr [Fitrana] to cleanse the fasting person from indecent words or actions, and to provide food for the needy. It is accepted as Zakat for the person who gives it before the Eid prayer; but it is ordinary Sadaqah for the one who gives it after the prayer." [Abu Dawud and Ibn Majah].
This quantity was described by the Prophet (peace be upon him) as 1 saa' of food, and 1 saa' is equivalent to 4 madd. Madd is the amount that can be collected when someone lays down their hands. If we translate this into a monetary value based on the price of basic food such as rice, dates and sultanas, it yields a certain amount, which is determined each year by the Council of Imams in the country, or in our case by the Council of the Foundation with the cooperation of the sheikhs who sit on the Advisory Council for Zakat.
As the A & A Rainbow Hearts Around The World Foundation operates as a charitable organization, we can receive money to pay for food in advance, which we will then spend in a timely manner to purchase food. It will be distributed to the needy in our areas of operation.
How much is Fitran (Zakat Al Fitr) per person?
In the time of the Prophet (peace with him) Fitrana (Zakat Al Fitr ) was given as 1 saa'. Therefore, this quantity was described by the Prophet (peace with him) as 1 saa' of food (1 saa' is equivalent to 4 madd). Madd is the amount that can be collected by folding the hands.
How much is Eid fitrana in 2024? Like the Muslim League in Poland, we determine the amount of Fidyah due based on current prices in Nigeria for three products:
- rice
- dates
- craisins
Muslim scholars also determine the quantity of the products in question. Accordingly, we determine the value of Zakat Al Fitr based on the price of 2.5 kilograms of rice, 1 kilogram of dates and 1.5 kilograms of craisins.
Accordingly, the values of Zakat-ul-Fitr this year are as follows:
Who is obligated to pay zakat Al Fitr?
Any Muslim who has food in excess of his needs must pay zakat Al Fitr (Fitrana). Unlike zakat, this is the responsibility of every member of the household. Therefore, the head of the family or parents and guardians are obligated to pay on behalf of other family members.
What is Eid fitrana?
Fitrana, sometimes referred to as Eid fitrana or sadaqatul fitr, is a charitable donation that must be given before the Eid al Fitr prayer. Therefore, it must be donated before the end of the month of Ramadan.
What is sadaqatul fitr?
Sadaqatul Fitr is an alternative name for Fitran or Zakat ul Fitr or Zakat Al Fitr.
Fitrana FAQs
When is it necessary to pay fitrana (Zakat Al Fitr)?
Fitrana (Zakat ul Fitr) must be paid within the month of Ramadan. At the latest, it can be paid before the start of Eid prayers so that those in need can benefit in time for Eid.
Ibn Abbas transmitted:
"It is accepted as Zakat for the person who gives it before the Eid prayer; but it is ordinary Sadaqah for the one who gives it after the prayer." [Abu Dawud].
Do children have to pay?
Paying Zakat Al Fitr (Fitrana) is mandatory for every member of the household, including children and infants. However, parents/guardians may pay on behalf of their children/dependents.
Who are the recipients of Fitran?
Most scholars believe that only the first two categories of Zakat recipients can receive Fitrana.
Can I pay Fitrana (Zakat ul Fitr) late if I forget?
One of the conditions of Fitrana (Zakat Al Fitr) is that it must be paid before the Eid prayer. However, if it is paid later, it will be treated as Sadaqah, and therefore the reward will be less.
Co to znaczy, że Fundacja A&A Rainbow Hearts Around The World działa jako pośrednik i w jaki sposób umożliwia mi to wpłatę pieniędzy?
An agent is someone who facilitates the payment of Fitran (Zakat Al Fitr) because they are better equipped to distribute it. You can pay them in currency because it's as if you're asking them to pay on your behalf. We use the money to buy food, which we pass on to the appropriate recipients, so it's as if you're the one giving the food, not the currency.
Can you take fitrana before the 27th day of Ramadan?
Yes, according to the Madh-hab Hanafi schools. Shafi'i Madh-hab - all follow this ruling.
Visit our Zakat site, for answers to frequently asked questions about zakat.
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