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Can we give zakat or fitra to non-Muslims who are needy?

Answered as per Hanafi Fiqh by Albalagh.net

Giving Zakat to Non-Muslims

By Mufti Shafiq Jakhura and Mufti M.D. Mangera


Q.Can we give zakat or fitra to non-Muslims who are needy?


A.Obligatory charities such as zakat and fitra should only be given to eligible Muslim recipients. One could give voluntary charities to non-Muslims.
                  
And Allah Knows Best.

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