Taking Zakah for Wedding Expenses
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Question:
My mahr (bridal gift) is a large amount, and I am unable to pay it. Is it permissible for me to take zakah?
Answer:
If you fear that you will not get married and are unable to marry except with assistance, it is permissible for you to take zakah, because this is part of the chastity of a Muslim for which zakah is paid in this situation.
My mahr (bridal gift) is a large amount, and I am unable to pay it. Is it permissible for me to take zakah?
Answer:
If you fear that you will not get married and are unable to marry except with assistance, it is permissible for you to take zakah, because this is part of the chastity of a Muslim for which zakah is paid in this situation.
Source
شرح أخصر المختصرات في الفقه، كتاب الزكاة — islamhouse.com (1:17:00)
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