Learn the Intent of Zakat Fitrah for Parents, Complete with the Recitation, Law, and Payment Procedures

Kapanlagi.com - Zakat fitrah is an obligation that must be fulfilled by every capable Muslim, and the time for its implementation is before performing the Idul Fitri prayer. However, many wonder: is it permissible for us to pay zakat fitrah for our parents? The answer is yes! In Islam, it is very permissible to give zakat fitrah for parents, especially if they are elderly and have no income.

Scholars explain that zakat fitrah paid for others, including parents, is still considered valid as long as the payer has sincere intentions and those parents fall under their responsibility. This is a beautiful expression of devotion to parents, in line with Islamic teachings that emphasize the importance of caring for and helping family.

In addition to understanding the law regarding the payment of zakat fitrah for parents, it is also important to know the intention wording of zakat fitrah, both in Arabic and Latin, along with its meaning. Let’s take a look at the complete explanation, including the correct method of paying zakat fitrah.

1. Intention of Zakat Fitrah for Parents

According to Islamic law, the intention of zakat fitrah for parents is made when you have the obligation to support them financially. If your parents are financially capable and live separately from you, then you are not obligated to pay zakat fitrah for them. However, if they are unable and depend on you, then zakat fitrah for them is an obligation.

Here is the reading of the intention of zakat fitrah for parents:

• For Father: نَوَيْتُ أَنْ أُخْرِجَ زَكَاةَ الْفِطْرِ عَنْ وَالِدِيْ (Mention your father's name) فَرْضًا لِلَّولِهِ تَعَالَى (Nawaitu an ukhrija zakata al-fitri 'an waalidi ... (Mention your father's name) fardhan lillahi ta'ala)
• For Mother: نَوَيْتُ أَنْ أُخْرِجَ زَكَاةَ الْفِطْرِ عَنْ وَالِدَتِيْ (Mention your mother's name) فَرْضًا لِلَّولِهِ تَعَالَى (Nawaitu an ukhrija zakata al-fitri 'an waalidati ... (Mention your mother's name) fardhan lillahi ta'ala)

Meaning: 'I intend to pay zakat fitrah for my father/mother, (mention name), as an obligation for the sake of Allah SWT.'

2. How to Pay Zakat Fitrah for Parents

Paying zakat fitrah for parents is no different from paying zakat for oneself. Here are the procedures to be observed:

1. Ensure Parents are Mustahiq (Zakat Recipients)

If parents still have sufficient wealth for their daily living, they are not obligated to receive zakat. However, if parents are experiencing financial difficulties, then children can pay zakat fitrah on their behalf.

2. Determine the Type of Zakat Fitrah

Zakat fitrah can be in the form of staple food (for example, rice weighing 2.5 kg or equivalent). It can also be paid in cash according to the price of staple food in the area.

3. Determine the Payment Time

Zakat fitrah must be paid before the Idul Fitri prayer to be valid. If paid after the Id prayer, it is considered regular charity.

4. Hand it Over to Zakat Amil or Mustahiq

Zakat can be channeled through official zakat institutions such as Baznas or LAZ. It can also be given directly to the poor and needy who are entitled to receive zakat.

3. Amount of Zakat Fitrah

The amount of zakat fitrah is usually 2.5 kg of rice or local staple food per person. Its monetary value can be adjusted according to local market prices. Most importantly, the intention for zakat fitrah must be done sincerely for the sake of Allah SWT. The payment of zakat fitrah should ideally be made before the Idul Fitri prayer.

Wisdom and Benefits of Zakat Fitrah

Understanding the wisdom and benefits of zakat fitrah is very important so that Muslims can fulfill this obligation with full awareness. Zakat fitrah is not just an obligation, but also a form of social concern and self-purification during the holy month of Ramadan. By understanding the correct conditions and procedures, it is hoped that the act of zakat fitrah can be accepted well.

4. Prayer After Paying Zakat Fitrah

After fulfilling zakat fitrah, it is recommended to recite a prayer so that the zakat paid is accepted by Allah SWT. Here is a prayer that can be recited:

Prayer for the Giver of Zakat

رَبَّنَا تَقَبَّلْ مِنَّا إِنَّكَ أَنتَ السَّمِيعُ العَلِيمُ

Rabbanaa taqabbal minnaa innaka antas-samii’ul ‘aliim

Meaning: “O our Lord, accept (our deeds) from us. Indeed, You are the All-Hearing, All-Knowing.” (QS. Al-Baqarah: 127)

Prayer for the Recipient of Zakat

آجَرَكَ اللَّهُ فِيمَا أَعْطَيْتَ، وَبَارَكَ فِيمَا أَبْقَيْتَ، وَجَعَلَهُ لَكَ طَهُورًا

Aajarakallahu fiimaa a’thaita, wa baaraka fiimaa abqaita wa ja’alahu laka thahuuran

Meaning: “May Allah reward you for what you have given, and may Allah bless the wealth you have kept and make it a purification for you.”

5. FAQ

1. Can I pay zakat fitrah for my parents?

Yes, if your parents are financially unable and depend on you, then you are obligated to pay zakat fitrah for them.

2. What if my parents live in the same house as me?

Scholars have differing opinions on this matter. Some allow it if the parents are considered poor, while others do not allow it because their needs are already met.

3. How much zakat fitrah should be paid?

The amount of zakat fitrah is usually 2.5 kg of rice or local staple food per person, or an equivalent monetary value.

4. When should zakat fitrah be paid?

Zakat fitrah should be paid before the Idul Fitri prayer.

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