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Is it Valid to Give My Zakat to My Husband?

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Yes, you can give your Zakat to your husband if he can receive it.

This includes situations where he is poor and unable to provide for himself or your family, or if he is in debt and cannot pay it. However, the Zakat should be given directly to him, not spent by you on household expenses.

There are two opinions among scholars on this matter:

  1. The first view (by Abu Haneefah and some other scholars) says it is not permissible for a wife to give her Zakat to her husband. This is based on the belief that just as a husband cannot give his Zakat to his wife, a wife should not give hers to her husband.
  2. The second view, which is supported by the majority of scholars, including Ath-Thawri, Ash-Shaafi’i, and others, permits the wife to give her Zakat to her husband if he is eligible.

They base this on a hadith narrated by Zaynab, the wife of Abdullah ibn Mas’ood. She asked the Prophet (peace be upon him) if it was acceptable to give charity (Zakat) to her poor husband. He confirmed that it was, mentioning that she would receive the reward of both charity and kindness to her family.

Therefore, if your husband is eligible for Zakat, you can give it to him. He will receive a reward for charity and for supporting his family.

And Allah knows best!

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Atta-ur-Rehman

Atta-ur-Rehman, a specialist in Fiqh from Fazal-Jamiat-ul-Uloom-ul-Shariah, Jama'at ul-Umar Karachi, is an expert in Islamic jurisprudence. His expertise spans various aspects of Shariah, including Zakat, financial rulings, family laws, and ethical guidance in everyday life. With a deep understanding of Islamic principles, he provides a reliable insights into matters of faith, worship, and personal obligations.