What is the ruling on paying zakah on wealth from something other than the wealth itself?
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Question:
Is it permissible for me to pay my zakah in the form of clothing and fabrics?
Answer:
This is not permissible except in cases of need. The zakah on money is paid in money, unless the person to whom you are paying it needs clothing, food, or something else and is not skilled at purchasing it, in which case you buy it for him. There is nothing wrong with this if it is more beneficial for the poor person. However, if giving him the money is more beneficial for him, you give him the money, as that is the default ruling. Yes.
Is it permissible for me to pay my zakah in the form of clothing and fabrics?
Answer:
This is not permissible except in cases of need. The zakah on money is paid in money, unless the person to whom you are paying it needs clothing, food, or something else and is not skilled at purchasing it, in which case you buy it for him. There is nothing wrong with this if it is more beneficial for the poor person. However, if giving him the money is more beneficial for him, you give him the money, as that is the default ruling. Yes.
Source
قناة «العلامة الدكتور صالح الفوزان»، ما حكم إخراج زكاة المال من شيءٍ آخر غير المال؟ للشيخ صالح الفوزان — youtube.com
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