Society
A Father’s Zakat for His Indebted Son
WHAT TO KNOW
Al Liwaa: Is it permissible for a father to pay from his zakat to his son, who has accumulated debts and is unable to repay them? Abdul Latif N. - Beirut - Yes, zakat may be given to an adult son burdened by debt, subject to three conditions: • First: The debt must be due; he is not given zakat if the debt is deferred. • Second: The son must not have anything…
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