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Can Zakat be Used to Pay off the Debt of a Parent?

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The ruling on using Zakat to settle a parent’s debt varies based on different Islamic schools of thought.

Hanafi Perspective

According to the Hanafi school of thought:

  • A person cannot give Zakat to their parents or children, regardless of their financial status.
  • If parents are struggling financially, it is the responsibility of their children to support them, provided they are capable of earning.

Other Schools of Thought

In contrast, scholars from the Maliki, Shafi'i, and Hanbali (Ibn Taymiyyah's view) traditions permit using Zakat to pay off a parent’s debt under certain conditions:

  • The donor must not personally benefit from paying the debt.
  • If this condition is met, it is considered permissible.

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.

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