Zakat Recipients Research Articles

Wahbah Zuhaily on Riqāb: Reshaping its Implementation in South Sulawesi

This article examines the contemporary interpretation of riqāb (emancipation of slaves) as a category for zakat recipients, as articulated by Wahbah al-Zuḥaylī, a prominent Islamic jurist. While slavery is no longer a widespread institution, al-Zuḥaylī's reinterpretation of riqāb holds significant implications for addressing modern social issues, particularly those related to poverty and marginalization in South Sulawesi. The study explores potential avenues for zakat distribution to support initiatives that align with the essence of riqāb, such as education, skill development, and debt relief. By applying al-Zuḥaylī's perspective, this research contributes to a broader understanding of zakat's role in social upliftment in the region. This research adopts a qualitative approach, relying primarily on textual analysis and interpretation of al-Zuḥaylī's jurisprudence regarding zakat and riqāb. Secondary sources, including academic articles, reports, and policy documents, are also employed to contextualize the findings within the socioeconomic landscape of South Sulawesi. Reinterpreting the Islamic concept of riqāb in the modern context offers profound implications for both Islamic thought and contemporary society, facilitating a more inclusive and dynamic understanding of zakat’s potential to address pressing social challenges.

Implementation of Zakat Distribution by BAZNAS of Jambi City

Zakat, a pillar of Islam, serves as a crucial wealth distribution mechanism aimed at reducing socio-economic inequalities. With Indonesia's vast Muslim population, the potential of zakat is significant, yet its impact relies heavily on effective management and distribution. This study explores the implementation of zakat distribution by BAZNAS of Jambi City, focusing on its processes, effectiveness, challenges, and proposed solutions. This research utilizes a qualitative case study approach, involving BAZNAS administrators, field officers, and zakat recipients (mustahik) to gain insights into the zakat distribution in Jambi City. The findings reveal that BAZNAS Jambi City has developed a structured zakat distribution system, encompassing mustahik data collection, verification, and fund allocation. The BAZNAS Jambi City categorizes zakat distribution into consumptive, productive, and special programs, each with specific targets. However, challenges such as limited human resources, budget constraints, and a lack of continuous assistance in productive zakat programs were identified, impacting the long-term benefits for mustahik. Despite these challenges, BAZNAS Jambi City has made efforts to improve the distribution process, including the creation of Zakat Collection Units and seeking the issuance of local regulations to ensure consistent zakat collection. The study concludes that while BAZNAS Jambi City's zakat distribution has made strides in improving community welfare, there is a need for enhanced mentoring and innovation to maximize the impact of productive zakat programs. The research provides valuable recommendations for BAZNAS and other regions to refine their zakat distribution strategies, ultimately contributing to poverty alleviation and economic empowerment.

Model Penguatan Penyaluran Zakat kepada Usaha Ultra Mikro melalui Pelatihan dan Pendampingan

The distribution of zakat to ultra-micro (UMi) business actors, such as Mustahik (people entitled to receive zakat), faces the problem of limited assistance. The Community Service (P2M) aims to minimize failures in the distribution of zakat and ensure that it is used for productive, sustainable, and on-target businesses. The next goal is to increase the quantity and quality of UMi management. The methods used are training, follow-up assistance, monitoring, and evaluation. Partners are UMi actors who receive zakat from the Baitulmal Ummat Islam Foundation Bank Negara Indonesia (BAMUIS BNI). The result of P2M is that previously, there was no assistance in the zakat distribution model. The positive impact is that this assistance increases the accuracy of targeting zakat recipients from the UMi group. This is based on qualitative analysis from the results of interviews with UMi and BAMUIS BNI. The increase in targeting indicates that the Mustahik from UMi are based on recommendations from indigent letters from neighborhood and citizen associations, so they are not concentrated in just a few families, as was the case previously. Another improvement in the distribution model is the absence of brokers, which is often found, unavoidably, without assistance. Another significant impact is that Mustahik receives 100% of the zakat funds directly to the account concerned without any deductions. The mentoring model also equips UMi with various skills training and consultations needed daily to run a business in the era of digital competition. The training includes marketing management, halal production, hygiene, occupational health, and safety.

Peran Zakat dalam Meningkatkan Kesejahteraan Ekonomi Masyarakat

Zakat is one of the main pillars of Islam, required of Muslims who possess wealth exceeding the nisab threshold. Beyond its religious obligation, zakat also serves as a strategic tool for poverty alleviation and socioeconomic enhancement. The primary objective of zakat is to purify the wealth and soul of the muzakki (zakat giver) and to assist the mustahik (zakat recipients) in meeting their basic needs. In Indonesia, with its large Muslim population, the potential for zakat is significant, yet its impact on poverty reduction remains limited. Optimal zakat management is essential to ensure targeted distribution. Zakat includes eight categories of recipients: fakir, miskin, amil, muallaf, riqab, gharim, fii sabilillah, and ibn sabil. Through a productive approach, zakat can provide business capital and training to mustahik, enhancing their economic self-sufficiency and reducing social inequality. This study employs a library research method and a qualitative approach to explore the role of zakat in improving community welfare. The findings indicate that effective zakat management, especially in the form of productive zakat, can strengthen social solidarity and promote economic empowerment. Zakat functions not only as wealth redistribution but also as a holistic empowerment tool, contributing to achieving more equitable and comprehensive societal welfare.

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

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.

PRODUCTIVE ZAKAT AND ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT: IMPACT ON MUSTAHIQ INCOME AT DARUL ILMI ISLAMIC SCHOOL

Despite its substantial zakat potential, economic inequality remains a significant challenge in Indonesia. This study examines the impact of productive zakat on the economic empowerment of mustahiq (zakat recipients) at the Modern Islamic Boarding School Darul Ilmi Indonesia. The research employs a mixed-method approach, combining quantitative income analysis before and after receiving zakat with qualitative insights from beneficiary interviews. The Wilcoxon signed-rank test results indicate a significant increase in mustahiq income post-zakat. This highlights the effectiveness of productive zakat in enhancing economic self-sufficiency. The study's novelty lies in its comprehensive evaluation of zakat's role in socio-economic upliftment within an Islamic educational context. These findings underscore the potential for replicating such models in similar institutions to mitigate economic disparities.

Manajemen Pengelolaan Dana Zakat pada Yayasan Rumah Santunan Raudhah di Jorong Tiga Batur Nagari Sungai Tarab Kecamatan Sungai Tarab Kabupaten Tanah Datar

The problem discussed in this research is that there are still many people who have not received the benefits of zakat infaq alms, even though these people are already classified as people who are entitled to receive zakat. Meanwhile, in its implementation, there are several people who are classified as well off but receive benefits from raudhah compensation. Furthermore, in its implementation, people who receive this compensation have the status of orphans and still receive compensation, while orphans are not included in the group of zakat recipients. Apart from that, this zakat recipient is not entitled to receive it because he is classified as well-off, this is because the parents of the zakat recipient own a business and have quite a lot of rice fields so this recipient is not entitled to receive zakat because he is a well-off person. This type of research is field research using descriptive qualitative methods. The data collection techniques that the author uses are observation, interviews and documentation. The data analysis technique that the author uses is data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. Based on the research results, it can be concluded that the management of zakat funds at the raudhah charity house foundation consists of collecting zakat funds and distributing zakat funds. Zakat funds are collected using two methods, namely the direct method and the indirect method. Where muzakki can deliver zakat directly to the administrators of the raudhah charity house foundation. Indirect collection can be done by sending zakat by muzakki via transfer via the account number of the raudhah compensation house. Distribution of Zakat Funds, distribution of funds is the activity of distributing a number of assets that have been collected by the LAZIS institution from muzakki to be distributed to mustahik (people who are entitled to receive them).

Optimizing the Potential of Zakat to Alleviate Poverty Problems and Improve Community Economy in Surakarta City

The purpose of this study is to determine how the potential of zakat through the strategy of collecting and distributing zakat in Surakarta City and to analyze the implementation of the role of zakat in alleviating poverty in Surakarta City. This type of research is field research, while the approach used is qualitative. The research place is at the office of the National Amil Zakat Agency (BAZNAS) in Surakarta City. There are two research sources used, namely primary data and secondary data. Data collection techniques used in this study are observation, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis in the form of qualitative descriptive methods. The results of the study show that the strategy of collecting and distributing zakat applied by Basnaz Surakarta City is to increase the relationship of the Zakat Collection Unit (UPZ). The target of zakat recipients is 8 Asnaf. The role of zakat in alleviating poverty in Surakarta City is realized through humanitarian programs, da'wah, advocacy, a productive economy, education, and health.

IMPLEMENTATION OF ZAKAT FUNDS TOWARD POVERTY ALLEVIATION THROUGH THE NATIONAL ZAKAT AGENCY OF BATU BARA DISTRICT

Zakat has great potential to become one of the main instruments in poverty alleviation efforts. Zakat is one of the pillars of Islam, so normatively it is an absolute obligation for every Muslim. The purpose of this research is to find out how zakat is distributed by the Batu Bara Regency National Zakat Amil Agency in its efforts to eradicate poverty, as well as identify factors that support and hinder the distribution of zakat. This research uses a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. Data collection methods are observation, interviews, and documentation, using primary and secondary data. There were 5 informants in this study. The data analysis techniques used are data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion verification. Source triangulation ensures the validity of the data used in this research. Based on research results, Baznas, Batu Bara Regency routinely distributes zakat funds every year using two main approaches, namely consumptive zakat and productive zakat, to overcome poverty. Through the Smart, Healthy, Pious and Caring Batu Bara Program, consumptive zakat is distributed to meet the basic needs of mustahik. Meanwhile, the Batu Bara Makmur Program is a productive zakat distribution program that empowers zakat recipients to be economically independent. However, poverty alleviation efforts could be more optimal because a larger proportion of zakat fund distribution occurs through consumptive zakat. Limited human resources cause a lack of supervision of zakat recipients, so the efforts made by productive zakat recipients last only a short time.

Baitul Mal Aceh and Productive Zakat Education for Mustahiq

There are eight groups of zakat recipients mentioned in the Koran. Without Baitul Mal Aceh's maximum role, especially in distributing productive Zakat, what the mustahiq receive may not be used productively. Zakat education is one of the things that can be done so that zakat recipients can really understand and make good use of the assistance. Therefore, Baitul Mal Aceh in particular has a very strategic role so that the zakat funds distributed to mustahiq, especially productive zakat, can really be utilized optimally and it is even hoped that the recipients will become muzakki in the future. Zakat education for mustahiq needs to continue to receive attention, including in terms of evaluating the provision of zakat. Religious education has an important role in providing understanding and awareness so that Muslims, especially mustahiq, become people who do not waste the wealth they have. The forms of education that can be given to them include: teaching knowledge about zakat, awakening their hearts with the light of faith, providing an understanding of zakat, and instilling in their hearts that using wealth well is part of worship.

A COMPARISON OF ZAKAT MANAGEMENT IMPLEMENTATION IN EAST LOMBOK, TEGAL AND PADANG PANJANG DISTRICTS

This study aims to analyze the differences in the implementation of zakat management in three different regions, namely East Lombok, Tegal, and Padang Panjang districts. Different approaches, such as economic empowerment, information technology, and integration with local government programs, underlie the implementation of zakat in each region. The research method used is a qualitative approach with data collection through in-depth interviews and document analysis. The results of zakat implementation in the three regions reflect variations in community empowerment. In East Lombok Regency, the economic empowerment approach has successfully increased the economic independence of zakat recipients through business training. In Tegal, information technology is used to facilitate zakat collection and distribution, creating efficiency and transparency. In Padang Panjang, the integration of zakat with local government programs resulted in the synergy of broader empowerment. The determinants of successful implementation include regional context, commitment to zakat institution, and community participation. Similar research by Muhammad Zumar Aminudin, Lila Pangestu Hadiningrum (2019) has described zakat approaches in different contexts, providing in-depth insights into variations in zakat implementation. The theoretical implication of this research highlights the importance of a contextual approach in zakat implementation. The practical implication provides guidance for zakat institutions, local governments, and communities in improving the effectiveness of zakat programs. In conclusion, the successful implementation of zakat requires an in-depth understanding of regional characteristics, selection of appropriate approaches, and adaptation to social and economic dynamics.

Pengaruh Zakat Terhadap Penurunan Kemiskinan di Kawasan Barat Selatan Aceh

Our research study aims to examine and analyze the impact of zakat distribution by Baitul Mal on reducing poverty levels in the West-South region of Aceh. Utilizing panel data from 8 regencies and cities over the period 2013-2021, the analytical model employed is panel regression with a fixed effect approach. Our study reveals that zakat distribution significantly reduces poverty levels. The larger the amount of zakat distributed, the lower the poverty level. These findings imply that regional government efforts to reduce poverty, particularly in the West-South region of Aceh, can be implemented through policy interventions related to zakat distribution. Regional governments, through Baitul Mal, must ensure that zakat recipients are indeed from the poor group.

Modification of the Model for Measuring Zakat Funds on Poverty Levels in South Sumatra

Poverty level in South Sumatra is very high, so special care must be taken to reduce the problem, inversely proportional to the high enough zakat potential. The regulation on zakat using the payroll system from the salary of every government employee has been implemented. This regulation has a positive impact on collecting zakat funds in South Sumatra, however, the position of zakat in helping the government to reduce poverty in this province needs to be explored further in scientific work. Hence, a case study of 120 zakat recipients managed by the national board of zakat (BAZNAS) was conducted by analyzing the impact of the distribution of zakat, infaq, and sadaqah in reducing poverty based on the CIBEST model. It was noted that the distribution of zakats, infaq, and sadaqah carried out by BAZNAS can significantly reduce poverty, the provision of zakat funds in the form of venture capital that was on target was able to increase the welfare index by 57.84% and the spiritual index to 4276 which was previously only 3970.Additonally, the mustahik income and the poverty index both materially decreased by 24.77% while the absolute poverty index decreased by 100% or no more categorized as material and spiritual poor. Keywords: zakat, poverty, CIBEST model

Peran Lembaga Zakat dalam Pemberdayaan Ekonomi Penerima Zakat: Studi Kasus BAZNAS Kota Jogja dan BAZNAS DIY

This research aims to determine the role of zakat institutions in economic empowerment of zakat recipients, with a case study at BAZNAS Jogja City & BAZNAS DIY. This research uses descriptive qualitative methods. Data obtained through observation, interviews and documentation. There were seven informants in this research consisting of the Program Manager, Implementing Staff for zakat distribution, Program Facilitators and zakat recipients at each Zakat Institution studied. The research results concluded that BAZNAS Jogja City & BAZNAS DIY have played an optimal role in efforts to improve the economy of zakat recipients. The two zakat institutions have implemented several productive zakat programs aimed at empowering zakat recipients in the businesses they run. The strategy used is providing provisions to potential aid recipients, business training and providing business capital to zakat recipients. There are several obstacles faced by BAZNAS Jogja City & BAZNAS DIY in empowering the economy of zakat recipients, including zakat recipients not being optimal in running their businesses, especially in increasing sales. Thus, BAZNAS City and BAZNAS DIY need to provide assistance according to the problems experienced by zakat recipients to help and improve the businesses of zakat recipients. Keywords: Role of BAZNAS, Economic Empowerment, Zakat recipients.

AṢNĀF ZAKĀT IN THE QUR’AN

This paper departs from Q.S. At-Taubah [9]: 60 which requires zakat for a Muslim to be distributed to the recipients of zakat as a way to purify themselves. If we understand the verse textually, there will certainly be no significant problems, because the target of the verse is indeed relevant to the needs of the Prophet’s society 14 centuries ago. However, what if one of the eight groups mentioned in the Qur’an is no longer found today? Departing from this anxiety, the author wants to reinterpret the concept of zakat and the recipients of zakat with the Qirā’ah Muntijah approach of Naṣr Ḥāmid Abū Zayd. This paper is a literature study, whose data source is through the verses of the Qur’an that specifically discuss the concept of zakat. Then the verses are analyzed using Qirā’ah Muntijah which is then described as the result of contextual interpretation of zakat. The result of this paper is that the eight groups of zakat recipients in Q.S. At-Taubah [9]: 60 is a mustaḥiq concept that is by the social context when the verse is revealed. At that time the groups of zakat recipients as mentioned in the verse, still existed. Furthermore, the purpose of the verse is to empower weak communities in terms of financial needs, which was the need of the community at that time. In the present context, the verse can be allocated to other groups such as: the insane, the blind, the homeless, people with disabilities, the Palestinian mujahids, the students, the teachers, the domestic assistants who are abused by their employers, the lowly laborers who are still shackled by their employers, and the refugees of other natural disasters.

Pembangunan Berkelanjutan (SDGs): Sociopreneur Zakat Produktif Sebagai Upaya Pengentasan Kemiskinan

The purpose of this research is to analyze the business activities of the productive zakat distribution that have been carried out by Dompet Dhuafa Singgalang and to analyze the role of the productive zakat sociopreneur program in efforts to realize sustainable development (SDGs). This research is field research with a qualitative descriptive approach. The data sources used a primary data sources and secondary data sources and data collection techniques are interview. Based on the results of the analysis carried out, it is clear that productive zakat actively participates in sociopreneur activities by financing eight goals of zakat recipients with the concept of social entrepreneurship including the Kampuang Nila Program in Pauh Padang City, Solok Sirukam Coffee Village Program, DD Farm Padang Pariaman Center, DD Farm Solok Sirukam Center, Minang Sepakat Souvenir Center and Kampoeng Ternak in Ampuan Lumpo Pesisir Selatan. The role of the productive zakat sociopreneur program in efforts to realize sustainable development (SDGs) has a very good impact so that this has a positive impact on the community..

Analisis Peningkatan Perolehan Zakat di BAZNAS Jawa Timur Pascaterbitnya Surat Instruksi Gubernur Jawa Timur Tahun 2021

The Governor of East Java issued a letter of Instruction Number 01/INSTN/2021 concerning Optimizing the Collection of zakat, infaq and sadaqah within the East Java Provincial Government. This policy is a new breakthrough so that state civil servants (ASN) are aware of the obligation to pay zakat and increase the zakat income at the National Zakat Amil Agency (BAZNAS) East Java. In this way, the zakat funds collected can become a huge force that can be used to help improve the welfare of the poor, needy and the other zakat recipients. However, in fact, the issuance of this letter of instruction does not automatically become a determining factor in increasing the zakat collection of the BAZNAS East Java. This research uses a descriptive-qualitative method. Primary data was obtained by conducting direct interviews with the administrators and staff of BAZNAS East Java. Meanwhile, secondary data was obtained from literature, reference books, journals, documents and BAZNAS. In data analysis, researchers used inductive thinking to reach conclusions. The results of this research show that there has been a very significant increase after the issuance of the East Java Governor's Instruction letter number 01/INSTN/2021 regarding the optimization of zakat, infaq and sadaqah collection within the East Java Provincial government. However, to realize the effectiveness of implementing these instructions, BAZNAS East Java needs to carry out several follow-up programs as revealed in this research.

MODEL PENGHITUNGAN ZAKAT PERTANIAN PADA PETANI PADI MENURUT HUKUM ISLAM (STUDI KASUS DI KECAMATAN MARIORAWA KABUPATEN SOPPENG)

This qualitative descriptive study explores the practices and understanding of zakat, specifically agricultural zakat, among rice farmers in Kecamatan Marioriawa, Kabupaten Soppeng, South Sulawesi. Utilizing a phenomenological, syar'i, and juridical approach, the research focuses on how these farmers interpret and implement the Islamic obligation of zakat. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and document analysis, following an interactive method of data analysis. The study reveals a significant gap between the theoretical principles of zakat in Islam and its practical application among the farmers. Many do not accurately understand the regulations concerning nisab (the minimum amount of agricultural produce that necessitates the payment of zakat), haul (the period for zakat collection), and the percentage of zakat to be given. This misunderstanding results from inadequate education and mobilization efforts by local zakat management authorities and religious leaders. The research further discusses the variations in zakat practices, with some farmers calculating zakat incorrectly or choosing zakat recipients subjectively. This discrepancy highlights the urgent need for better education and a more proactive approach from zakat collectors (amil zakat) in educating and collecting zakat from rice farmers. The study suggests that local government and religious institutions should collaborate to provide training and workshops to enhance farmers' understanding and proper practice of zakat according to Islamic teachings. Additionally, the formation of village or sub-district zakat teams is recommended to facilitate the collection and distribution of zakat in a more structured, transparent, and accountable manner, ensuring the optimal function of zakat as a tool for economic empowerment and poverty alleviation in the community.

Disorientasi Zakat Cultural-Based Deviance on Islamic Law; Zakat Tekke Wale’ Spending in Basala, Konawe, Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia

Owners of swallow's nest in Basala District, South Konawe Regency give zakat of tekke wale' (swallow's nest) using gold zakat rate. This implies deviation from Islamic law and striking difference from the provisions of zakat law formulated by most Muslim scholars. This research aims to reveal the business phenomenon and practice of tekke wale' zakat spending, the factors beyond preference to use zakat with gold rate as well as culture-based deviations on Islamic law regarding this specific practice of zakat. This research is qualitative with an empirical-normative approach which includes interviews with swallow nest owners, community leaders, and religious leaders. Besides, it involves literature review to gather the data. The research shows that swallow nest business is a relatively new livelihood for local people so they have no definite guidance on how to spend the zakat. Their preference using gold zakat rate are due to five factors, ranging from lack of knowledge, assumption that swallow's nest is not a part of agricultural business, easy calculation in giving zakat using gold rate, following the previous swallow's nest owners, to easiness to determine the zakat recipients and spending period. Meanwhile, three forms of deviation from Islamic law existing at the practice urges the specific legal product concerning this specific commodity.

Aplikasi Maṣlaḥah Mursālah Dalam Perluasan Takrifan Asnaf Zakat Dan Kesannya Dalam Mendepani Krisis Kemiskinan Di Malaysia (The Application of Maṣlaḥah Mursālah in Expanding the Definition of Zakat Recipients And Its Impact on Addressing Poverty Crisis in Malaysia)

Changing times have led to the emergence of contemporary issues on Islamic jurisprudence (fiqh) without specific legal evidence (nas hukum). Consequently, they use of alternative legal sources, which is maṣlaḥah mursālah to solve the issues. Maṣlaḥah mursālah is an instrument employed by scholars (fuqaha) to address Islamic legal issues lacking specific evidence. In the context of zakat distribution management, certain categories of recipients (asnaf), especially those related to fi sabilillah, are observed to no longer exist due to the absence of 'illah (legal cause) for these recipients. To enhance productivity in zakat distribution, scholars engage in ijtihad, considering maṣlaḥah mursālah as one of the arguments for expanding the definition of these recipients. Therefore, this article evaluates the application of maṣlaḥah mursālah as a rationale for broadening the definition of fi sabilillah recipients based on criteria established by fuqaha. It also assesses the effects of expanding the definition of fi sabilillah recipients in addressing contemporary poverty crises. The qualitative research conducted focuses solely on fi sabilillah recipients. The findings indicate that the use of maṣlaḥah mursālah in expanding the definition of recipients has a significant impact on the quantity of zakat distribution. In a nut shell, authorities should reconsider the consequences of broadening the definition of zakat recipients in the present context, prioritizing more deserving recipients to alleviate poverty.