Issues of Zakat Distribution among Asnaf: A case study at Padang Pak Mahat Residence, Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia

Ramlan Mustapha; Nurshahira Ibrahim; Rasyad Afif Ibrahim; Mohd Nasir Ayub

doi:10.21834/e-bpj.v9iSI20.6089

Authors

Ramlan Mustapha Academy of Contemporary Islamic Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA Pahang, Raub Campus Malaysia
Nurshahira Ibrahim Academy of Contemporary Islamic Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA Pahang, Jengka Campus Malaysia
Rasyad Afif Ibrahim Academy of Contemporary Islamic Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA Pahang, Jengka Campus Malaysia
Mohd Nasir Ayub Majlis Ugama Islam dan Adat Resam Melayu Pahang, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v9iSI20.6089

Keywords:

Asnaf, Zakat, Distribution, Case study

Abstract

This study aims to explore issues related to the distribution of zakat among zakat recipients in the Asnaf settlement in Kuantan Pahang. The study uses qualitative methods to collect research data. A total of 6 zakat recipients among the Asnaf were involved in this study. The findings found that four main issues are the focus: satisfaction, dishonest behaviour, monitoring, and contribution adequacy. Discussion and recommendations are included at the end of the study.

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