Question: Asssalam alaikum Can we give Zakat in kind? Not giving cash rather groceries or clothes books Answer: In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. As-Salāmu ‘Alaykum Wa-Rahmatullāhi Wa-Barakātuh. Giving zakat in kind (such as groceries, clothes, books, or other items) instead of cash is also permissible. However, giving in cash is more preferable, as it is generally more beneficial for the poor, … [Read more...]
Inheritance of Property Registered Only in Sons’ Names
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Question: My grandfather left a property He had 2 sons and 4 daughters. All are late. But the property was put only on the 2 sons’ names. My father and my uncle’s name. Do we need to distribute the sale of the property to the heirs of the 2 sons only because the property is in their name or does it have to go to the heirs of the 2 sons and 4 daughters. Clarification: Everyone in the family knows that my grandfather never allowed … [Read more...]
What is the consequence of the lack of a father figure in the life of a male child?
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Question: What is the consequences of the lack of a father figure in the life of a male child. Is it true that the father bears a greater responsibility in the tarbiyyaah of a male child. Answer: In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. As-Salāmu ʿAlaykum Wa-Raḥmatullāhi Wa-Barakātuh The absence of a father figure in a male child’s life may present certain developmental and moral challenges. However, these … [Read more...]
Husband Fails in Providing Maintenance and Shelter
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Question: ASALLAMU alaikum My Daughter got married ….…she is pregnant and the husband has sent her back home saying he is currently unemployed hence not able to provide a place for her to stay…its been a few months and he sent R500 (nafaqa) once only which is not even enough for her basic needs..he fails to provide and claims its because he is out of a job…to such an extend that the pregnant lady now has to go work in her state in order to … [Read more...]
Zakat to Grandparent
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February 13, 2026 by
Question: السلام علیکم و رحمة الله و بركاته Hazrat Mufti Sb May i ask a question please Can a grandson direct his Zakaat towards his Naana [maternal grandfather] if the Naana is Zakaat deserving? Answer: In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. As-Salāmu ʿAlaykum Wa-Raḥmatullāhi Wa-Barakātuh In principle, Zakāt cannot be given to a person’s direct ascendants or descendants, such as parents, … [Read more...]
