SYED KHANDAAN KO ZAKAT DE SAKTE HAIN YA NAHI

 SYED KHANDAAN KO ZAKAT DE SAKTE HAIN YA NAHI

Syed ko zakat de sakte ya nahi...moulana ansar saheb , rampur

یہ مسئلہ صرف صرف سید حضرات سے متعلق نہیں ہے بلکہ ان تمام خاندانوں سے متعلق ہے جن کی کفالت اور سرپرستی آپ صلی اللہ علیہ وسلم فرمایا کرتے تھے اور وہ خاندان پانچ حضرات کی اولاد ہیں

 (1)حضرت عباس بن عبد المطلب، (2)جعفر بن ابی طالب،(3)حضرت علی بن ابی طالب (4) عقیل بن ابی طالب، (5) حارث بن عبد المطلب  رضوان اللہ علیہم اجمعین  

عن أبي هُرَيرَة رَضِيَ اللهُ عنه قال: أخَذَ الحسنُ بن عليٍّ رَضِيَ ےاللهُ عنهما تمرةً مِن تمرِ الصَّدَقة، فجعَلَها في فيه، فقال النبيُّ صلَّى الله عليه وسلَّم: كَخْ كَخْ؛ لِيَطرحَها، ثم قال: أمَا شعرتَ أنَّا لا نأكُل الصَّدقَةَ؟!  وفي روايةٍ لمسلم: أنَّا لا تَحِلُّ لنا الصَّدقةُ؟! وفي رواية البخاري:أمَا عَلِمتَ أنَّ آلَ محمَّدٍ لا يَأكُلون الصَّدَقة؟!  ( ایک مرتبہ حضرت حسن  صدفہ کی کھجور اٹھالی تو نبی اکرم صلی اللہ علیہ وسلم نے انس منع کرتے ہوئے کہا کہ کیا تمہیں معلوم نہیں کہ ہم اہل بیت کے لیے صدفہ حلال نہیں ہے) اور بھی مختلف احادیث میں نبی اکرم صلی اللہ علیہ وسلم نے اہل بیت کے لیے زکوٰۃ کی ممانعت کی ہے 

اسی وجہ سے اکثر علماء نے ان خاندانوں کے لیے زکوٰۃ لینے کو ناجائز لکھا ہے

البتہ بعض علماء کی رائے ہے کہ آپ صلی اللہ علیہ وسلم  مالِ غنیمت کے پانچویں حصے کو اپنے اہل و عیال اور مذکورہ خاندان کے اوپر خرچ کرتے تھے ،اسی وجہ سے آپ صلی اللہ علیہ وسلم نے زکوٰۃ کی مد سے تعاون لینے کو منع کردیا تھا اور اب بیت المال کا نظام ختم ہو چکا ہے اس وجہ سے اہل بیت کے لیے زکوٰۃ لینا جائز ہے

ان دونوں باتوں کے پیشِ نظر پہلے تو  ہماری کوشش یہی ہونی چاہیے کہ اہل بیت کا تعاون امداد کی مد سے کیا جائے البتہ جہاں بہت زیادہ مجبوری ہو وہاں زکوٰۃ بھی دی جاسکتی ہے

Google Translate: 

This issue is not only related to the Sayyids, but also to all the families that the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) used to provide for and they are the descendants of the five Sayyids.

 (1) Hazrat Abbas bin Abdul Muttalib, (2) Ja'far bin Abi Talib, (3) Hazrat Ali bin Abi Talib (4) Aqeel bin Abi Talib, (5) Harith bin Abdul Muttalib Rizwan Allah Alayhim Ajmeen

On the authority of Abu Hurairah, may God be pleased with him, he said: َAnd al-Hasan ibn Ali, may God be pleased with him, may God bless him and grant him peace. لِيَطرحَها ، ثم قال: َامَا شعرتَ ّنَّا لا نأكُل الصَّدَقَةَ ؟! And in the narration of the Muslim: Is it not a solution for us to be truthful ?! And in the narration of Al-Bukhari: What do you know that the family of Muhammad does not believe in truth ?! (Once Hazrat Hassan picked up the palm of the oyster, then the Holy Prophet (sws) forbade Anas and said, "Don't you know that oyster is not halal for us Ahlul Bayt?" And also in different hadiths, the Holy Prophet (sws) said: Zakat is forbidden for the Ahl al-Bayt

For this reason, most of the scholars have written that it is not permissible for these families to take Zakat

However, some scholars are of the opinion that the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) used to spend one-fifth of his booty on his family and the above-mentioned family. And now the system of Bait-ul-Mal is over, so it is permissible for the Ahlul-Bayt to take Zakat

In view of these two things, first of all we should try to help the Ahl al-Bayt with the help of aid, but where there is a lot of compulsion, Zakat can also be given.

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kiya syed ko zakat de ja sakte ha ? Mufti Muneer Ahmed Akhoon, Grand Mufti Of America

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In Islam, Zakat is a form of obligatory charity and a means of purifying one's wealth and soul. It is intended to help those in need and to promote social justice. For those who are eligible to receive Zakat, accepting it is their right .

However, it is important for both the giver and the receiver to have the right intention (niyyah). The giver should give Zakat sincerely for the sake of Allah, and the receiver should accept it with gratitude and humility, using it in a way that is pleasing to Allah. 

 Zakat is a lawful and blessed provision for those in need.

Whether or not to inform the recipient that the money they are receiving is Zakat depends on the situation and the sensitivity of the individual. Here are some considerations to help you decide:

1. **Cultural and Personal Sensitivity**: In some cultures or for some individuals, receiving Zakat might be a sensitive matter due to pride or societal perceptions. If you believe that disclosing it could cause discomfort or embarrassment, it may be better to give it discreetly without explicitly stating that it is Zakat.

2. **Transparency and Honesty**: On the other hand, some people may appreciate knowing that the assistance they are receiving is Zakat, as it is a blessed and lawful form of help in Islam. If the person is comfortable with it, you can inform them respectfully.

3. **Intention and Humility**: If you choose to disclose that it is Zakat, do so with kindness and humility, ensuring that the recipient does not feel belittled or ashamed. The goal is to help them while preserving their dignity.

4. **Anonymous Giving**: If you are unsure, you can give Zakat anonymously or through a trusted intermediary (e.g., a mosque or charity organization) to avoid any potential discomfort.

Ultimately, the intention behind giving Zakat is what matters most. Ensure your actions are guided by compassion, respect, and the desire to fulfill this Islamic obligation in the best way possible.

 Yes, according to the **majority of Islamic scholars** (including the Hanafi, Shafi'i, and Hanbali schools), **Syed/Sadat** (descendants of the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him) **can receive Zakat** if they are genuinely poor, needy, or qualify under any of the eight categories of Zakat recipients mentioned in the Quran (Surah At-Tawbah 9:60). 

🛑Poverty and need are the determining factors, not lineage.🛑 

### Key Clarifications:

1. **Quranic Eligibility**: The Quran does not exclude descendants of the Prophet (ﷺ) from receiving Zakat. If a Syed/Sadat meets the criteria (e.g., lacks basic necessities, is in debt, or cannot support themselves), they are entitled to Zakat like any other eligible Muslim.

2. **Minority Opinion**: A small number of scholars (e.g., some Malikis and certain Shia jurists) discourage giving Zakat to Syed/Sadat out of respect for the Prophet’s lineage. Instead, they recommend supporting them through other means, such as **Sadaqah** (voluntary charity) or **Khums** (a Shia-specific form of charity). However, this is a cultural or traditional preference, not a universal Islamic ruling.

3. **Cultural Sensitivity**: In some communities, Syed/Sadat may avoid accepting Zakat due to cultural or social norms, even if they are eligible. In such cases, it is respectful to offer help discreetly or through alternative forms of charity (e.g., gifts, Sadaqah, or community funds).

### Practical Guidance:

- If a Syed/Sadat is **truly poor** and qualifies for Zakat, it is **religiously permissible** to give them Zakat according to the Quran and majority scholarly opinion.

- If they feel uncomfortable accepting Zakat, you may assist them through **non-Zakat charity** (sadaqah) to honor their dignity.

### Summary:

Islam prioritizes **compassion and justice** over lineage. The Prophet (ﷺ) said: *"Charity is not permissible for the rich, nor for the physically able"* (Sunan Ibn Majah). If a Syed/Sadat is poor, they have a right to Zakat. However, approach the situation with kindness and respect for their feelings.