Fiqh of Zakat

Zakat: The Third Pillar of Islam is an introductory course that covers the essential concepts and rulings related to Zakat, the obligatory charity that every financially able Muslim must pay. As the third pillar of Islam, Zakat plays a crucial role in purifying wealth and supporting the less fortunate.

In this course, students will learn the meaning and significance of Zakat, the wealth upon which it is due, the recipients who are eligible to receive it, and the contemporary issues related to monetary Zakat in today’s economy.

Students will learn:

• The meaning of Zakat and its importance in Islam.

• The specific wealth and assets that are subject to Zakat.

• The recipients of Zakat and how it is distributed.

• The conditions and rulings that govern Zakat, including exemptions and obligations.

• Contemporary financial issues related to Zakat, such as calculating wealth, Zakat on investments, and modern-day challenges.

Course Instructor:

Khalid Hassan is a graduate of the faculty of Sharee’ah, Qassim University In Saudi Arabia. He has studied under well known scholars such as Shaykh Khalid al-Mushayqih who is a student of Shaykh Uthaymeen Rahimahullah. He teaches Islamic Studies & Arabic at Madinah College and has delivered several talks at many universities and masaajids.