What is Zakat ul Fitr (fitrana)?
Ibn `Abbas (may Allah be pleased with him) reported: “The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) ordained Zakat ul Fitr [Fitrana] to purify the fasting person from indecent words or actions, and to provide food for the needy. It is accepted as Zakat for the person who gives it before the Eid prayer; but it is a mere Sadaqah for the one who gives it after the prayer.”
How much is Fitrana per person?
Ibn `Abbas (may Allah be pleased with him) reported: “The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) ordained Zakat ul Fitr [Fitrana] to purify the fasting person from indecent words or actions, and to provide food for the needy. It is accepted as Zakat for the person who gives it before the Eid prayer; but it is a mere Sadaqah for the one who gives it after the prayer.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is fitrana (Zakat ul Fitr), and why is it paid?
A. Zakat ul Fitr (also known as fitrana) is a charitable donation of food that must be given before Eid prayer, before the end of the month of Ramadan, for the love of Allah. Zakat ul-Fitr is compulsory upon every self-supporting adult Muslim who has food in excess of their needs, on behalf of themselves and their dependants.
Q.When should fitrana (Zakat ul Fitr) be paid?
Fitrana (Zakat ul Fitr) must be paid within the month of Ramadan. The latest it can be paid is before the Eid prayer begins so that those in need can benefit in time for Eid.
Q. Do children have to pay?
It is compulsory for every member of a household including children and babies to pay Zakat ul Fitr (Fitrana). However, parents/guardians may pay on behalf of their children/dependents.
Q. Can I pay Fitrana (Zakat ul Fitr) late if I forget? to pay?
One of the conditions of Fitrana (Zakat ul Fitr) is that it must be paid before the Eid prayer. However, if paid after it will be treated as Sadaqah, therefore the reward will be lesser.
Q. Can you take fitrana before the 27th of Ramadan?
Yes you can, according to the Hanafi Madh-hab. The Shafi’i Madh-hab also follows follows this ruling.
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