Q: Can I give money for zakat al-Fitr
A: You can must give one ṣāʿ of wheat, barley, dates, raisins, or dried yogurt. The best is dates, then raisins, then wheat, and then the most beneficial. If those are unavailable, any storable grain will suffice. Cash should not be given.
Source: Bidayat al-Abid
Q: What is the ruling on decorating the masjid with gold and silver? A: It is impermissible to decorate the masjid or mihrab or to plate the roof or wall with gold or silver. It must be removed like a
Q: Is it permissible to use zakat to build masjids and Islamic centers? A: Zakat is to be distributed explicitly to the eight categories mentioned in the Quran. It is therefore not permitted to use za
Q: Is it permissible for me to appoint someone to distribute my zakat? If so, must they know it is zakat? A: Yes. It is permissible to appoint a trustworthy mature Muslim to distribute your zakat. If